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A Charcoal Masterpiece

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This charcoal artwork captures the raw beauty of light and shadow, blending rich textures with deep contrasts to create a sense of movement and emotion. Each stroke adds depth and intensity, bringing the subject to life with a moody, almost dreamlike quality.
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Barbara Chase-Riboud. 1966

A 1966 charcoal on paper by Barbara Chase-Riboud, measuring 30 x 21 7/8 inches (76.3 x 55.7 cm), is part of the Museum of Modern Art's collection, a gift from the Betty Parsons Gallery in 1972. Drawings and prints are the focus of this piece.

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Eagle Claw and Bean Necklace. 1934

Georgia O'Keeffe. Eagle Claw and Bean Necklace. 1934. Charcoal on paper. 19 x 25 1/8" (48.5 x 63.9 cm). Given anonymously (by exchange). 19.1936. © 2025 Georgia O'Keeffe Museum / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Drawings & Prints

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Odilon Redon. 1881

Discover Odilon Redon's poignant charcoal drawing, 'The Convict', created in 1881. Measuring 21 x 14 5/8 inches (53.3 x 37.1 cm), this piece is part of the Museum of Modern Art's (MoMA) collection, acquired through the Lillie P. Bliss Bequest. Explore the world of Drawings & Prints at MoMA

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Guitar. 1912

Pablo Picasso. Guitar. Paris, December 1912. Charcoal on paper. 18 1/2 x 24 3/8" (47 x 61.9 cm). Gift of Donald B. Marron. 48.1985. © 2025 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Drawings & Prints

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Basket of Vegetables. 1928-29

Experience the artistic expression of Helen Torr's 'Basket of Vegetables' created in 1928-29 using charcoal on paper, measuring 14 x 18 1/8" (35.6 x 45.8 cm). This piece is part of the MoMA's collection, generously gifted by Alice C. Simkins in memory of Alice Nicholson Hanszen, and features the permission of the Estate of Helen Torr, with the kind approval of John and Diane Rehm. Drawings & Prints is the given classification for this masterpiece.

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Drawing from Stereoscope. (1998-99)

A unique charcoal, pastel, and colored pencil drawing by William Kentridge, measuring 47 1/4 x 63 inches. Acquired by MoMA through the generosity of various donors and foundations. Explore this stunning artwork, which showcases Kentridge's mastery of medium and technique.

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Shit Hearing People Say To Me. 2019

Christine Sun Kim. Shit Hearing People Say To Me. 2019. Charcoal and oil pastel on paper. 49 1/4 × 49 1/4" (125.1 × 125.1 cm). Fund for the Twenty-First Century. 369.2021. © Christine Sun Kim. Drawings & Prints