Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink drawing by Jacob El Hanani. It dates from 1986 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Jacob El Hanani’s 1986 drawing, untitled, is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s collection. Executed in ink on paper, the work consists of a uniform series of thin, horizontal gray lines that span the surface. The composition is entirely abstract, lacking any representational elements, and relies on the subtle modulation of line density to generate visual interest.
Technique & Style
The artist applied ink with meticulous precision, producing lines of identical width that suggest the use of a ruler or drafting tool. The paper’s light texture allows the ink to appear faint in certain areas, creating a delicate gradation as the lines ascend. This restrained approach emphasizes the materiality of drawing and the discipline of repetitive mark‑making.
History & Provenance
Created in 1986, the untitled drawing entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings, where it remains on view. Its acquisition reflects MoMA’s interest in works that explore minimalism and the fundamentals of drawing, situating El Hanani within a broader narrative of late‑20th‑century abstract practice.
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