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Untitled, by Paul Thek, acrylic, 1988

Untitled

Paul Thek

1988

acrylic

paper

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1988 acrylic by Paul Thek, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Paul Thek
When & what style?
1988
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting features a vibrant blue-green background with a mix of dark and light hues, created using acrylic paint on a newspaper base. The words "the soul is the need for the spirit" are written in white, handwritten letters across the center of the piece. A closer look reveals the newspaper background, which adds texture and depth to the overall work. The use of acrylic paint on top of the newspaper creates a unique and intriguing visual effect. To explore more works like this, consider visiting the Museum of Modern Art.

About the artist

Artist

Paul Thek

Paul Thek was an American painter, sculptor and installation artist. Thek was active in both the United States and Europe, exhibiting several installations and sculptural works over the course of his life. Posthumously,…

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