Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Anish Kapoor. It dates from 1984 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1984, this untitled work by Anish Kapoor consists of gouache and pencil on paper. It is part of the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. The composition is minimal, featuring a single pale‑yellow form set against a vivid, uneven red field.
Subject & Meaning
The central element resembles a teardrop or droplet that rests on a thin horizontal line spanning the paper. The stark contrast between the bright yellow shape and the saturated red background invites contemplation of balance, tension, and the relationship between foreground and ground.
Technique & Style
Kapoor employed opaque gouache for the thick, textured red surface, applying it in a manner that leaves a wet, uneven appearance, possibly with a brush or sponge. Pencil marks define the delicate yellow form and the supporting line, creating a subtle edge that blurs into the surrounding field.
History & Provenance
The drawing was produced early in Kapoor’s career, a period marked by experimentation with color and material. It entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings through acquisition, where it remains on view as an example of his early graphic investigations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Anish Mikhail Kapoor is a British sculptor specializing in installation art and conceptual art.
