Untitled
1938
charcoal
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1938
charcoal
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a rooster drawn in quick, bold lines. The bird’s comb is big and spiky, its feathers are rough and textured, and its claws grip the paper. The whole thing is in black and gray charcoal, with some smudged areas for shading. The artist used loose, sketchy strokes—almost like scribbles—to build up the shape. The rooster’s head tilts back, giving it a dramatic look. If you like this style, check out scumbling next.
