Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by John Morris, ink, 1996
Untitled, by John Morris, ink, 1996

Untitled is an ink drawing by John Morris. It dates from 1996 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1996 drawing by John Morris, is a non-representational work executed in gray ink on white paper, characterized by a dense, tangled arrangement of swirling lines and circles that eschew clear forms or figures.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing's abstract nature intentionally obscures recognizable subject matter, potentially inviting interpretation that emphasizes the process of mark-making over depictive intent.

Technique & Style

Morris employed repetitive, hand-drawn strokes to build texture, with varying line densities creating contrasts between darker, layered areas and lighter, more sparse regions.

History & Provenance

Created in 1996, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

John Morris

John Morris was an American artist.

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