Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Agustín Fernández. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Agustín Fernández's *Untitled* (1960) is a pencil drawing on paper, characterized by a close-up depiction of a face and hands. Executed with meticulous, tight crisscrossed lines, the work conveys a sense of quiet intensity.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a face and hands, is rendered with subtle, almost imperceptible blurring of the nose and fingers, suggesting a softening or ambiguity. The overall effect is one of intimate observation, yet with a hint of disquiet.
Technique & Style
Fernández employed tiny, overlapping lines to build form and depth, leveraging cross-hatching to create nuanced shadows and highlights that accentuate the facial and hand contours.
History & Provenance
Created in 1960 by the versatile Cuban-born artist Agustín Fernández, *Untitled* is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting Fernández's global practice spanning Havana, Paris, San Juan, and New York.
Context
Within the broader context of Fernández's multimedia career, this drawing showcases his ability to evoke depth and emotion through minimal, precise mediums, contrasting with his work in painting and sculpture.
Legacy
As part of MoMA's collection, *Untitled* contributes to the institutional recognition of Fernández's contributions to modern art, particularly in exploring the expressive potential of pencil drawing in the mid-20th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Agustín Fernández (16 April 1928 - 2 June 2006) was a Cuban painter, sculptor, and multimedia artist.
