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Untitled

Nedko Solakov

2003

ink

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Contemporary

Dominant colour

Untitled is a 2003 ink by Nedko Solakov, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?: Nedko Solakov
When & what style?: 2003
Where can I see it?: Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This drawing shows two people lying on the ground, tangled together. One looks tired, with a beard and a serious face, while the other has their eyes closed, wearing a loose shirt. The background is dark and blurry, like a crowd of shadowy shapes. The artist used ink and wash to create a grainy, almost sketchy feel—like a quick, rough note. The sepia tones make it look old and faded, even though it’s modern. Check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shadow with lines.