Untitled
1942
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1942
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1942 ink by Nélida Demichelis, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This drawing shows two faces close together, almost touching. One hand reaches up toward the top of the head, while another hand rests near the chin. The lines are bold and dark, with shadows making the faces look three-dimensional. The background is plain, so the focus stays on the expressions and the hands. The artist used a scratchy, textured style that makes the faces feel raw and real. The hands seem to be adjusting or framing the heads, like a sculptor shaping clay. Want to see more? Check out lithography to learn how this print was made.
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