Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Claes Oldenburg. It dates from 1987 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1987 drawing by Claes Oldenburg, a Swedish-born American artist, executed in felt-tip pen on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a couch with a mushroom-shaped object on the armrest and a screw-like object on the back, surrounded by notes referencing a 'J. Cage lounge' and a 'colored preparatory drawing'. These elements suggest a study for a larger work, potentially a sculpture or installation.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by simple, black felt-tip pen lines and scribbled notes, reflecting Oldenburg's practice of reimagining everyday objects in unexpected forms.
History & Provenance
Created in 1987, Untitled predates Oldenburg's documented collaboration with his wife, Coosje van Bruggen. It is now held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Context
This drawing is part of Oldenburg's broader practice of transforming mundane items into unexpected forms, often resulting in large public installations and soft sculptures.
Artist & collection
Artist
Claes Oldenburg (January 28, 1929 – July 18, 2022) was a Swedish-born American sculptor best known for his public art installations, typically featuring large replicas of everyday objects.
