Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Heinz-Klaus Metzger, ink, 1962
Untitled, by Heinz-Klaus Metzger, ink, 1962

Untitled is an ink drawing by Heinz-Klaus Metzger. It dates from 1962 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1962 drawing, Untitled, is a small work on paper measuring approximately 6 inches by 5 inches. It is held in The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Technique & Style

The artist created a pattern using bold ink lines, comprising numerous small marks that overlap and intersect. This technique imbues the drawing with texture and depth.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing's abstract composition does not depict a recognizable subject, instead focusing on the interplay of lines and marks.

History & Provenance

Created in 1962, Untitled is attributed to Heinz-Klaus Metzger and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Museum of Modern Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.