Untitled
1940
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1940
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a face in profile, but it’s twisted like it’s screaming or in pain. The hair is drawn as wild, tangled lines, almost like it’s moving. The mouth is wide open, showing teeth, and the eyes are big and staring. The drawing is all in pencil, with some areas shaded by pressing harder. The lines are loose and fast, like it was drawn quickly or from memory. If you like this style, check out cross-hatching.