Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Patrick Procktor. It dates from 1966 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drawing created by Patrick Procktor in 1966, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It combines various media, including watercolor, felt-tip pen, pencil, ink, gold pencil, and gouache on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a crowded room with figures in 1960s attire, their faces rendered in a blurry or sketchy manner. The scene is characterized by a sense of chaos and informality, with people sitting, standing, or lying down amidst a backdrop of pink walls and gray and white tiled flooring.
Technique & Style
Procktor employed a diverse range of artistic tools to achieve a busy, layered effect. The use of multiple media, including gold pencil, contributes to the drawing's complex texture and visual density.
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