1977
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1977 oil by Thomas Chimes, a Contemporary Abstract work, held at Museum of Modern Art.
The painting depicts a man standing in profile, wearing a sleeveless shirt and dark pants. He is positioned in front of a dark background, with his body angled slightly to the right. The man's face is blurred, making it difficult to discern his features. A copper plate at the bottom of the frame bears the inscription "FAUSTROLL," which may be a reference to the title of the work. The frame itself is made of wood and has a simple, rectangular design. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the figure in the center. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up the technique.
Thomas Chimes (1921–2009) was a painter and artist from Philadelphia. His work is in important public collections, including those of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, the Museum…
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