Untitled
1979
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1979
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This piece is a collage of cut, torn, and pasted paper on a board, with a mix of colored paper, metallic foil, and wood. The papers are arranged in a seemingly random pattern, with some overlapping and others standing out on their own. The colors are muted, with shades of brown, gray, and white dominating the palette. The collage has a textured, layered quality to it, with some of the papers appearing to be raised above the surface of the board. The metallic foil adds a touch of shine and depth to the piece, while the wood elements provide a sense of warmth and organic texture. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to check out the art of Louise Nevelson, who created this piece around 1979.