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Untitled, by Oswaldo Vigas, ink, 1978

Untitled

Oswaldo Vigas

1978

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1978 ink by Oswaldo Vigas, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Oswaldo Vigas
When & what style?
1978
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting shows a bold, simplified figure wearing a wide-brimmed hat. The hat is bright red with a white band, and the face is hidden behind it. The figure’s body is made of sharp, flat shapes in blue and white, with a few red accents. The background is mostly dark, making the colors pop. The artist used clean lines and solid blocks of color instead of realistic details. This style makes the figure look strong and a little mysterious. Next, look up Oswaldo Vigas to see more of his work.

About the artist

Portrait of Oswaldo Vigas
Artist

Oswaldo Vigas

Oswaldo Vigas was a Venezuelan artist who worked as a painter, muralist, and sculptor.

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