Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Beverly Buchanan in 1993.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.

Artwork

Untitled

Beverly Buchanan , 1993

Untitled is an oil drawing by Beverly Buchanan. It dates from 1993 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1993 drawing by Beverly Buchanan, is an oil pastel work on paper featuring a cluster of five small, uniquely colored and designed houses.

Subject & Meaning

The piece explores Buchanan's recurring theme of Southern vernacular architecture, linking humble, often overlooked structures to broader explorations of place and identity in her practice.

Technique & Style

Characterized by loose arrangement, overlapping forms, and expressive oil pastel marks, the work conveys a sense of playfulness and textual experimentation against a dynamic, scribbled backdrop.

History & Provenance

Created in 1993, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Beverly Buchanan

Beverly Buchanan (October 8, 1940 – July 4, 2015) was an African-American artist whose works include painting, sculpture, video, photography, poetry, and land art.

Museum

Museum of Modern Art

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