Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Eleanore Mikus. It dates from 1963 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1963 work by Eleanore Mikus, comprising a folded sheet of paper with subtle inscriptions. The piece is characterized by its simplicity and manipulation of the paper's physical properties.
Technique & Style
Mikus employed a deliberate folding technique to create the work's geometric pattern, emphasizing the materiality of the paper. The monochromatic color scheme and geometric form align with Minimalist tendencies, while the tactile quality of the folds adds a distinct dimension.
Subject & Meaning
The work's meaning is tied to the physical properties of the paper and the artist's manipulation of it. The faint inscriptions, including the artist's name and a cryptic phrase, add a layer of subtlety to the piece.
History & Provenance
Created in 1963, Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Mikus, an American artist, transitioned from Abstract Expressionism to a more restrained style in the early 1960s, of which this work is an example.
Artist & collection
Artist
Eleanore Mikus (July 25, 1927 – September 6, 2017) was an American artist who began painting in the late 1950s in the Abstract Expressionist mode.
