Untitled
1937
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1937
ink
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This drawing shows a strange, tall figure made of odd shapes. Its body looks like a mix of a bottle, a fish, and a wobbly base. At the top, it has a head with a single eye and a hat that looks like a tiny house or a machine. The lines are loose and sketchy, almost like a quick doodle. The figure’s body has a pocket with a few small objects inside, and its legs bend in an unnatural way. The whole thing feels dreamlike and a little unsettling. If you like this weird style, check out more by Yves Tanguy.