Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Cristos Gianakos. It dates from 1991 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1991 drawing by Cristos Gianakos, an American artist associated with postminimalism. The work is executed on a synthetic polymer sheet using a mix of synthetic polymer paint, ink, and pencil.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a dark rectangle with faint, illegible lines and marks within it, creating a textured effect. The simplicity and ambiguity of the composition leave its meaning open to interpretation.
Technique & Style
Gianakos's use of varied media and rough, uneven edges contributes to the work's tactile quality. The contrast between the dark, textured rectangle and the light background adds to the drawing's visual interest.
History & Provenance
Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Gianakos, who has taught at the School of Visual Arts since 1963, created the work in 1991, several years before adopting the variant spelling 'Cris Gianakos' in 2002.
Artist & collection
Artist
Cristos Gianakos (born January 4, 1934) is an American postminimalist artist known for his large-scale ramp sculptures and installations.
