Untitled

Untitled

Mamma Andersson

2013

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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a quiet forest scene with a single stone statue in the foreground. The statue stands on a chunky base, looking out toward the trees. The ground is covered in dirt and scattered rocks, and the trees are dark and twisty, with pale sky peeking through. The artist used a mix of dark greens and earthy reds to create a moody, still atmosphere. The statue’s face is blurred, making it feel more like a silent presence than a real person. Look up aquatint next to see how this printmaking technique works.

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