2014
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Dominant colour
Untitled is a 2014 ink by Wael Shawky, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This sketch shows a person in a long, loose robe with bare feet. Their arms are raised, hands clasped behind their head. The drawing is rough, almost like a quick sketch, with faint lines and some smudges. The figure looks like they’re standing on a simple floor with a small object—maybe a box or stool—near their feet. The robe has a few marks that might be folds or stains. If you like this style, check out The Museum of Modern Art for more works like it.
Wael Shawky is an Egyptian artist working between Alexandria and Philadelphia. Shawky gained international recognition for his works that trace the history of the Crusades through a Middle Eastern lens. Shawky has won…
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