Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Anish Kapoor. It dates from 1985 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1985, this untitled work by Anish Kapoor consists of gouache applied to paper. The piece is part of the collection at the Museum of Modern Art and is classified as a drawing.
Subject & Meaning
The composition features a solitary, spiraling white form set against a warm brown field. The white shape appears to emit a subtle inner light, while its edges dissolve into the surrounding tone, suggesting a tension between presence and disappearance.
Technique & Style
Kapoor employs gouache, a dense, matte medium that allows for both opaque layering and removal. The lines are loose and uneven, giving the impression of rapid gesture or scraping, yet the overall effect remains controlled, balancing roughness with intentionality.
History & Provenance
Since its creation, the work has remained within institutional holdings, currently residing at MoMA. Its acquisition reflects the museum’s interest in Kapoor’s early explorations of form and material.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Anish Mikhail Kapoor is a British sculptor specializing in installation art and conceptual art.
