Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil drawing by Tom Levine. It dates from 1988 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
It looks like they layered different materials to build up the texture, almost like scribbling with crayons and paint at the same time.
This painting shows a loose, sketchy curtain or drape in yellow and green tones. The lines are wobbly, like they were drawn fast with a mix of oils and pastels. The edges are uneven, and the background is a plain, light peach color.
The artist scribbled their name and year—*Tom Levine 1988*—in the corner. It looks like they layered different materials to build up the texture, almost like scribbling with crayons and paint at the same time.
Try looking up *impasto* next to see how artists use thick paint layers.
Overview
Untitled is a mixed-media drawing created by Tom Levine in 1988, held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a loose, sketchy curtain or drape in yellow and green tones against a plain, light peach background.
Technique & Style
The work combines oil, pastel, graphite, charcoal, and fixative on colored paper, featuring uneven edges and layered textures achieved through the application of various materials.
History & Provenance
Tom Levine signed and dated the work in the corner, confirming its creation in 1988.
Artist & collection
