Untitled
2001
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
2001
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 2001 graphite by Mamoru Sakagawa, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This sketch shows a person standing sideways with arms outstretched, wearing a loose, sleeveless top and shorts. Behind them, a wide, light brown wash covers most of the background, blending into the figure’s skin tone. The lines are simple but confident, with some shading on the face and shoulders. The background looks like watercolor—soft and slightly uneven, almost like it’s part of the figure. The artist used a mix of pencil and a watery medium, which gives it a loose, sketchy feel. If you like this style, look up Mamoru Sakagawa for more work.
