Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a crayon drawing by Albert Oehlen. It dates from 1983 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1983 drawing by Albert Oehlen, comprising seventeen pieces of paper taped together and rendered in crayon.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a bird perched on a branch, executed in a loose and gestural manner. The bird is represented by a light gray smudge, while the branch is formed by dark, uneven lines.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by its raw, sketchy style, suggesting a spontaneous and unrefined creative process. The use of multiple sheets of paper taped together adds to the sense of informality.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Oehlen, a German artist, has worked in various mediums, including painting, installation, and music, and is based in both Switzerland and Spain.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albert Oehlen (born 17 September 1954) is a German painter, installation artist and musician. He lives and works in Bühler, Switzerland and Segovia, Spain.
