The artwork titled “Drawing [D88]” was created by Morris Louis in 1948. Executed in pen and ink on paper, it measures 34.6 x 42.4 cm. This piece is associated with the Abstract Expressionism movement and falls under the figurative genre. Currently, it is housed in the Philips Collection in Washington, DC, US.
The artwork is a complex composition characterized by a vigorous interplay of lines and forms. Various abstract and semi-figurative shapes interweave on the paper, rendered through an energetic use of pen and ink. The central element appears as an eye-like form with concentric circular lines, surrounded by what could be interpreted as representations of human figures and geometric shapes. The density of the hatching and cross-hatching techniques creates a textured depth, contributing to a dynamic yet somewhat chaotic visual experience. The overall effect is a testament to Louis’s early experimental approach within the realms of Abstract Expressionism.
