Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil drawing by Dan McCarthy. It dates from 2000 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Dan McCarthy's Untitled (2000) is an oil on paper drawing, characterized by its loose and sketchy execution, currently part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a portrait of a face with a hood up, emphasizing expressive features: bright blue staring eyes and bold red lips, set against a largely blank paper, focusing attention on the subject's enigmatic gaze.
Technique & Style
McCarthy employed quick, dark strokes for the hair and a faint pink wash for the skin, with the overall style suggesting a rapid, spontaneous study rather than a refined piece.
History & Provenance
Created in 2000, the piece is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, though specific details of its acquisition or earlier ownership are not provided here.
Artist & collection
