Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Andy Warhol. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created around 1957, *Untitled* is a ballpoint pen drawing on paper by Andy Warhol, featuring a portrait of a man with his eyes closed, rendered in bold lines and minimal shading.
Subject & Meaning
The serene portrait depicts a man with short hair and a high-necked, ruffled-collar sweater, conveying an atmosphere of quiet contemplation. The subject's identity and the work's broader thematic connections to Warhol's explorations of consumerism and media are not immediately explicit in this piece.
Technique & Style
Executed in ballpoint pen, the drawing showcases Warhol's use of bold, expressive lines and restrained shading, reflecting his graphic design background. The detailed rendering of the sweater contrasts with the simpler treatment of the face, highlighting the subject's calm demeanor.
History & Provenance
*Untitled* is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, underscoring its recognition within Warhol's oeuvre and the broader context of 20th-century contemporary art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Andy Warhol ( ; born Andrew Warhola Jr.; August 6, 1928 – February 22, 1987) was an American artist and filmmaker.
