Untitled

Untitled

Nicole Eisenman

2004

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is packed with people—dozens of them—all drawn in a loose, sketchy style. Some are standing, some are lounging, and a few are playing music. The scene looks like a park or a garden, with trees, grass, and a few steps in the background. The colors are mostly pale blues and yellows, giving it a dreamy, faded feel. One odd detail: a few figures are dressed, but most are naked, and everyone seems to be going about their own thing without much concern. The artist used watercolor in a way that makes the whole scene feel light and airy, almost like a quick sketch. Want to see more work like this? Check out Nicole Eisenman.

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