Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Fiona Banner. It dates from 1994 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1994 drawing by Fiona Banner, comprising 57 sheets of paper with pencil work. It is a representation of a military aircraft.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a military aircraft in flight, exploring the cultural representation of war machines, a theme often found in Banner's work, which engages with the visual conventions of Hollywood war films.
Technique & Style
Rendered in pencil, the image achieves a sense of texture and depth, with the aircraft's features clearly defined against a light gray background. The use of pencil creates an intimate and immediate effect.
History & Provenance
Created in 1994, Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, exemplifying Banner's ongoing exploration of themes related to fighter aircraft.
Artist & collection
Artist
Fiona Banner (born 1966), also known as The Vanity Press, is a British artist. Her work encompasses sculpture, drawing, installation and text, and demonstrates a long-standing fascination with the emblem of fighter…
