Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Christopher Wilmarth, watercolor, 1978
Untitled, by Christopher Wilmarth, watercolor, 1978

Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Christopher Wilmarth. It dates from 1978 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a drawing by Christopher Wilmarth, an American artist known for his work with glass and steel. Created circa 1978, it is a watercolor and pencil work on cut paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a simple building with a slanted roof, presented on a flat base. The image is unadorned, with a faint gray and white background achieved through a wash technique.

Technique & Style

Wilmarth employed loose brushstrokes and pencil lines to create a rough, unrefined effect. The watercolor is light and blurry, suggesting a quick sketch. The cut paper has a rough rectangular shape, adding to the work's informal quality.

Artist & collection

Artist

Christopher Wilmarth

Christopher Wilmarth (1943 – November 19, 1987) was an American artist, known for producing sculptures using primarily glass and steel.

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