Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a crayon drawing by Alan Shields. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1969 drawing by Alan Shields, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a mixed-media work combining cut-and-pasted paper, synthetic polymer paint, and crayon.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a vibrant, geometric form composed of layered paper strips, arranged in a rough octagon. The colors are bold and varied, including reds, blues, yellows, and greens.
Technique & Style
The work's texture is rough and tactile, with visible brushstrokes and crayon marks. The uneven edges of the paper strips suggest a handmade, non-uniform construction.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alan J. Shields was an American painter, and for a time during the 1980s, had a secondary career as a commercial boat operator, including as ferryboat captain.
