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Untitled, by William Kentridge, ink, 1991

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Overview

Untitled is a 1991 ink by William Kentridge, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
William Kentridge
When & what style?
1991
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This sketch shows a busy, chaotic cityscape with a mix of buildings, cranes, and people. The lines are rough and layered, giving it a scratchy, almost unfinished look. A hill rises in the background, dotted with tiny figures and a few trees. The title isn’t visible, but the style feels like it’s built from quick, overlapping marks—like a sketch that was never smoothed out. The artist used a mix of dark and light lines to create depth, almost like a map or a half-erased drawing. If you like this style, look up etching to see how artists create these layered, textured prints.

About the artist

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Artist

William Kentridge

William Kentridge (born 28 April 1955) is a South African artist best known for his prints, drawings, and animated films.

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