Untitled
1994
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1994
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1994 ink by Michael Ray Charles, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This print shows a black figure with a red mouth wide open, screaming or shouting. The figure holds a red object shaped like a flag or cloth, with green lines cutting across it. The background looks rough and textured, almost like cracked earth or burned paper. The artist used a mix of bold colors—black, red, and green—against a faded beige background. The word "ETHNIC" is written in jagged letters above the figure, adding a sharp contrast. This print was made using aquatint, a technique that creates soft, toned areas.
