Untitled
1947
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1947
oil
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting is messy and bold. Big black shapes and smeared pinks fill the canvas, with thick brushstrokes that look like they were slapped on. Some areas are rough and textured, while others feel softer, almost like a blur. A red circle stands out near the top, and the whole thing has a raw, unfinished energy. The paint is layered in places, with some areas looking almost scratched or torn. That’s called *impasto*—when paint is laid on so thick it stands out in 3D. Look up impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.