Sin título 1948

"Sin título" is an expressive portrait by Joy Hester, created in 1948. The work, housed at the National Gallery of Victoria, features a close-up of a face, rendered in bold strokes of watercolor and ink. Hester's characteristic style of simplified forms and vibrant colors, inspired by Abstract Expressionism, brings a raw intensity to the subject, emphasizing the eyes and capturing a fleeting emotion. The stark contrast between the bright yellow background and the somber tones of the face creates a dynamic tension, inviting viewers to ponder the underlying narrative within the piece.