Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Elizabeth Peyton, graphite, 2001
Untitled, by Elizabeth Peyton, graphite, 2001

Untitled is a graphite drawing by Elizabeth Peyton. It dates from 2001 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Elizabeth Peyton's 2001 drawing, Untitled, is a colored pencil portrait on paper, currently part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a woman's face in profile, slightly angled towards the viewer. Her calm demeanor is conveyed through soft, serene facial features.

Technique & Style

Peyton employed quick, expressive strokes with colored pencils, layering colors to achieve depth without blending. Vibrant orange and red hues in the hair contrast with the subdued, pink-tinted skin and calm blue eyes.

History & Provenance

Created in 2001, the work is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Elizabeth Peyton

Artist

Elizabeth Peyton

Elizabeth Joy Peyton is an American contemporary artist working primarily in painting, drawing, and printmaking.

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