Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a pastel print by Lisa Yuskavage. It dates from 2005 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 2005 print by Lisa Yuskavage, comprising lithograph, monotype, and pastel on four sheets. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a woman with long hair and pale skin, holding a bow and arrow. Her face is partially obscured by a dark curl. White flowers and vines entwine her arm, set against a soft pink background. The image blends natural and figurative elements.
Technique & Style
Yuskavage combined printmaking and drawing techniques to achieve a layered, dreamy effect. Pastel additions contribute to the work's soft, luminous quality. The use of multiple mediums and loose strokes creates a textured, expressive composition.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lisa Yuskavage ( yə-SKAV-ij; born 1962) is an American artist who lives and works in New York City. She is known for her figure paintings that challenge conventional understandings of the genre.
