Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by John Wesley. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
The paper is light, almost see-through, and the whole thing is held together with yellow tape at the edges.
This drawing shows two simple, side-by-side faces in profile. The lines are clean and bold, with smooth curves for cheeks and noses. The paper is light, almost see-through, and the whole thing is held together with yellow tape at the edges.
The faces look calm but a little mysterious—no eyes or mouths, just shapes. The artist signed it in pencil at the bottom, along with the year 1968.
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Overview
Untitled is a 1968 drawing by John Wesley, held at The Museum of Modern Art. Created with pencil on transparentized paper, it is a simple yet enigmatic work.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two profile faces side by side, characterized by smooth curves and a lack of defining features such as eyes or mouths, lending them a calm yet mysterious air.
Technique & Style
Executed in pencil, the drawing is notable for its clean lines and bold forms. The use of transparentized paper adds a layer of delicacy, while masking tape at the edges provides a utilitarian touch.
History & Provenance
Signed and dated 1968 by the artist, Untitled is a representative work from John Wesley's oeuvre, now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
John Wesley was an English cleric, theologian, and evangelist who was a principal leader of a revival movement within the Church of England known as Methodism.
