Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Franz Erhard Walther. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1970 drawing by Franz Erhard Walther, created with gouache and pencil on paper. It is a mixed-media work that combines visual and textual elements.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a red, jagged shape resembling a figure in motion, accompanied by German text describing actions such as 'touching' and 'movement.' The contrast between the static shape and dynamic text invites interpretation.
Technique & Style
Walther used gouache, an opaque and matte paint, to create the bold red shape, while pencil was employed for the surrounding lines and text. The combination of media produces a sense of tension between solidity and instability.
History & Provenance
Untitled is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art. Walther, known for his work in installation and conceptual art, often explored fabric-based objects and participatory activations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Franz Erhard Walther (born July 22, 1939, in Fulda, Germany) is an interdisciplinary installation and conceptual artist known for his fabric objects and activations.
