Artwork
Untitled

Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Olav Christopher Jenssen. It dates from 1996 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
This sketch shows a dark, shadowy figure hunched over, holding what looks like a phone or small object to their ear.
This sketch shows a dark, shadowy figure hunched over, holding what looks like a phone or small object to their ear. The background is mostly blank, with just a few faint lines suggesting a hood or collar. The colors are mostly gray and brown, with some lighter patches on the figure’s sleeve.
The paper has handwritten notes in the corners—dates like "1994" and names like "Mr. Christopher." The style feels quick and rough, like a fast sketch rather than a polished drawing.
If you like this loose, sketchy style, check out Olav Christopher Jenssen for more work like this.
Artist & collection
Artist
Olav Christopher Jenssen is a Norwegian artist. Jenssen is considered one of the most acclaimed contemporary Norwegian artists, with a significant international career. He has lived and worked in Berlin for years. From…










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