Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Elena del Rivero. It dates from 1998 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Elena del Rivero's Untitled is a mixed-media drawing from 1998, comprising 130 pages of paper sewn together with metallic thread. Held at The Museum of Modern Art, it showcases the artist's experimentation with various materials and techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The work consists of small, square papers arranged in a grid, each featuring a red rectangle composed of tiny, handwritten words. The illegible text creates a sense of mystery, while the uniform rectangles evoke a feeling of order and repetition.
Technique & Style
Del Rivero employed a range of media, including gouache, colored ink, pencil, and felt-tip pen, to achieve a rich, layered effect. The metallic thread used to sew the pages together adds a tactile quality and visual depth to the piece.
Artist & collection
Artist
Elena del Rivero is a Spanish born American artist known for her installations and artist's books. She has lived in the United States since 1991.
