Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by John Lurie, oil, 2004
Untitled, by John Lurie, oil, 2004

Untitled is an oil drawing by John Lurie. It dates from 2004 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 2004 drawing by American artist John Lurie, created with oil stick and pencil on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a simple, childlike bird on a card labeled 'COLD HAPPY BIRD', surrounded by red dots and blue lines. A rough sketch of vertical lines or a ladder is visible to the left.

Technique & Style

Lurie's use of oil stick and pencil on paper results in a playful, naive style. The light beige background provides a neutral base for the colorful card and bird.

Artist & collection

Portrait of John Lurie

Artist

John Lurie

John Lurie (born December 14, 1952) is an American musician, painter, actor, director, and producer.

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