Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Peter Doig, oil, 1999
Untitled, by Peter Doig, oil, 1999

Untitled is an oil drawing by Peter Doig. It dates from 1999 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a drawing by Peter Doig, created in 1999 using oil and pastel on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a tall, shadowy figure with a hidden face, set against a blurry sky. The figure's stark black outline contrasts with the soft, swirling colors around it. A dark puddle on the ground reflects the figure, adding to the enigmatic scene.

Technique & Style

Thick, uneven brushstrokes and loose color blending give the drawing a dreamy, unclear quality. The impasto technique, characterized by raised, textured paint, contributes to the dynamic, almost moving effect of the sky.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Peter Doig

Artist

Peter Doig

Peter Doig is a British painter who has lived and worked between England, Scotland, Trinidad, Canada, the USA and Germany. He settled in Trinidad with his family between 2002 and 2021, when he moved back to London.

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