Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Alan Saret. It dates from 1988 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1988 drawing by Alan Saret, an American artist associated with Postminimalism. Created with colored pencil and pencil on paper, it is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features loose, wavy marks in bright colors scattered across a white background, with no clear shape or scene. The strokes, drawn quickly and layered to create depth, convey a sense of dynamic movement.
Technique & Style
Saret used colored pencils to achieve a layered, textured effect. The marks overlap and fade into the paper, contributing to the work's sense of energy and spontaneity.
History & Provenance
Saret worked primarily in Brooklyn, New York, and was known for his wire sculptures and drawings. Untitled was created in 1988 and is now held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alan Saret (December 25, 1944 – May 26, 2026) was an American sculptor, draftsman and installation artist, best known for his Postminimalist wire sculptures and drawings. He was based in Brooklyn, New York.
