Untitled
1952
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1952
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows sharp, jagged shapes in deep red and black. The lines overlap like broken wood or rough waves, creating a sense of chaos. Some areas are almost solid dark, while others have thin streaks of red cutting through. The artist used a printmaking method where ink is pressed into carved wood. This creates the bold, uneven edges you see. Look up woodcut to see how this technique works.