Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Chris Ofili, oil, 2019
Untitled, by Chris Ofili, oil, 2019

Untitled is an oil drawing by Chris Ofili. It dates from 2019 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a mixed-media drawing by Christopher Ofili, created in 2019. It combines watercolor, oil pastel, gold leaf, and charcoal on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a face partially obscured by a golden, scaly form, accompanied by a small creature and surrounded by vibrant, swirling flowers against a dark background.

Technique & Style

Ofili's use of diverse materials, including actual gold leaf, adds texture and visual interest. The incorporation of unconventional elements reflects his experimental approach to art.

Context

Ofili's work is associated with punk art, characterized by its rebellious and innovative spirit. As a Turner Prize winner in 1998, he is recognized for pushing boundaries in his art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Chris Ofili

Artist

Chris Ofili

Christopher Ofili (born 10 October 1968) is a British painter who won the Turner Prize in 1998.

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