Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Bruce Nauman. It dates from 1990 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1990 drawing by Bruce Nauman, combines cut-and-pasted printed paper, watercolor, and pencil on paper, exemplifying the artist's interdisciplinary approach to art.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a dark green, ambiguously head-like shape with a protruding, raised fist. This juxtaposition of a vague form with a clear, assertive gesture creates a sense of tension and unexpectedness, subverting familiarity.
Technique & Style
Nauman employs simple shapes and bold colors, characteristic of his experimental style. The piece's composition, with a mostly blank background, faint marks, and a subtle signature, highlights his conceptual focus.
History & Provenance
Created in 1990 by American artist Bruce Nauman (b. 1941), known for conceptual and experimental practices across various media. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Bruce Nauman (born December 6, 1941) is an American artist. His practice spans a broad range of media including sculpture, photography, neon, video, drawing, printmaking, and performance. Nauman lives near Galisteo, New Mexico.
