Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Jan J. Schoonhoven, 1974
Untitled, by Jan J. Schoonhoven, 1974

Untitled is a drawing by Jan J. Schoonhoven. It dates from 1974 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1974 drawing by Jan J. Schoonhoven, created with felt-tip pen on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a grid of evenly spaced, wavy black lines on off-white paper, with a central vertical line dividing the composition. The repetitive pattern creates a sense of rhythm and texture, evoking a minimalist aesthetic.

Technique & Style

Schoonhoven employed a restrained approach, using a single color and a limited range of lines to achieve a simple, meditative effect. The consistent, wavy pattern of the lines adds to the overall sense of order and visual harmony.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan J. Schoonhoven

Artist

Jan J. Schoonhoven

Jan J. Schoonhoven (1914–1994) was a Dutch artist, born in Delft.

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