Untitled

Untitled

Ricky Swallow

2004

watercolor

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a close-up of a monkey’s face, looking upward with one hand raised near its mouth. The fur is rough and textured, mostly in soft grays and browns, while the eyes stand out with dark, focused pupils. The background is barely there—just a faint, pale wash. The artist used quick, loose strokes to capture the monkey’s expressive face. The watercolor looks almost like a sketch, with some areas left lighter to keep it feeling spontaneous. Want to see more? Check out Ricky Swallow.

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