Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a charcoal drawing by Kay WalkingStick. It dates from 1977 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1977 charcoal drawing on paper by Kay WalkingStick, a Cherokee Nation artist.
Technique & Style
The drawing features a textured, dark background achieved through scumbling, a layered application of charcoal that adds depth. Subtle, curved lines suggest movement, creating a contemplative atmosphere.
Subject & Meaning
The work's abstract, evocative form is characteristic of WalkingStick's landscape-inspired style, which often incorporates patterns drawn from Southwest Indigenous art traditions.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. WalkingStick, born in 1935, has taught at Cornell University and published writings on art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Kay WalkingStick (born March 2, 1935) is a Native American landscape artist and a member of the Cherokee Nation.
