Untitled
1950
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1950
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This drawing shows two big shapes: a smooth, rounded form on top and a smaller, striped figure below it. The lines are thick and confident, with some areas filled in with dense, wavy strokes. The figure at the bottom looks like a person sitting on a bench, but it’s drawn in a way that’s not realistic. The bench’s stripes and the top shape’s swirling lines create a strange, dreamy space. The ink is all black, but the paper shows through in spots, adding texture. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shadows with lines.