Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an acrylic drawing by Kerry James Marshall. It dates from 1991 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1991 by Kerry James Marshall, *Untitled* is a drawing executed in conté crayon and acrylic on paper, characteristic of the artist's focus on representing Black figures.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a dark-skinned figure with a neutral facial expression and confident body language, conveyed through a raised arm and slightly bent leg. The contrast between the figure's dark skin and clothing and the lighter, multicolored background emphasizes their presence.
Technique & Style
Marshall employs bold lines and expressive brushstrokes in *Untitled*, combining conté crayon's precision with acrylic's vibrancy. Visible lines and marks in the background add to the work's dynamic energy.
History & Provenance
*Untitled* is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Marshall, born in 1955 in Birmingham, Alabama, is renowned for his contributions to contemporary art, also recognized as an educator in painting at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Artist & collection
Artist
Kerry James Marshall (born October 17, 1955) is an American artist and professor, known for his paintings of Black figures.
