Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Davor Vrankic. It dates from 1998 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1998, this graphite drawing by Davor Vrankic is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s collection. Rendered in black and white, the work presents a close‑up view of a man's legs, rendered with meticulous detail and a realistic approach that emphasizes texture and depth.
Subject & Meaning
The composition focuses on a pair of legs adorned with a belt, a hat, and a series of attached objects—a ball, a stick, and a small box. The juxtaposition of ordinary accessories with unexpected items invites viewers to contemplate the relationship between the human form and the objects it carries.
Technique & Style
Executed entirely in graphite, the artist employs fine shading and cross‑hatching to model the surface of the skin, fabric, and objects. The careful modulation of tones creates a three‑dimensional illusion, while the precise line work underscores the drawing’s intricate, almost clinical observation.
History & Provenance
The piece was produced in 1998 and subsequently entered the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Its acquisition reflects MoMA’s interest in contemporary drawing practices that explore the boundaries between representation and abstraction.
Context
Vrankic’s work often engages with everyday objects rendered in a hyper‑realistic manner, situating this drawing within a broader trend of late‑20th‑century artists who interrogate the visual language of the mundane through meticulous draftsmanship.
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