Puppet in Toilet 1987

markkostabi

drawing

shape in negative space

childish illustration

cartoon like

negative space

shading to add clarity

old engraving style

ink drawing experimentation

limited contrast and shading

cartoon style

remaining negative space

Mark Kostabi's 1987 black and white ink drawing "Puppet in Toilet" depicts a puppet figure submerged in a toilet bowl. The drawing's stark contrast and simplified forms create a sense of humor and absurdity, characteristic of Kostabi's work. The puppet's outstretched arms and the large white circle above the toilet bowl contribute to the image's whimsical and playful nature. This artwork explores themes of childhood, innocence, and the unconventional.