Untitled ["tattoo" book] 1971

This untitled work by James McCracken Jr. from 1971, a small book containing a single sheet, features a simple line drawing of a skeleton with a mohawk. It is a humorous and stylized image that might be reminiscent of early 1970s punk culture. The black ink is printed on a creamy paper, allowing for a strong contrast and enhancing the skeletal form. This book format, common in McCracken’s work, is a testament to the artist's interest in subverting traditional art forms and engaging with everyday objects.