Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a charcoal drawing by Jorge Demirjian. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Jorge Demirjian’s 1967 charcoal drawing, catalogued simply as Untitled, resides in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Executed on paper, the work consists of a single, gestural image rendered in dense black charcoal, presenting a motorcycle rendered in a dynamic, off‑center pose.
Subject & Meaning
The composition captures a motorcycle tipped onto its side, its simplified forms—handlebars, seat, wheels—suggesting motion despite the static medium. The empty surrounding space isolates the vehicle, emphasizing its kinetic energy and inviting contemplation of speed and mechanical form.
Technique & Style
Demirjian employs thick, confident strokes and smudged shading to model volume, creating a three‑dimensional impression within a rapid sketch. The use of scumbling‑like texture, achieved by dragging charcoal across the surface, adds depth while maintaining a loose, spontaneous aesthetic.
History & Provenance
Created in 1967, the drawing entered the Museum of Modern Art’s holdings as part of its mid‑20th‑century drawing acquisition program. It remains on view as an example of Demirjian’s exploratory approach to drawing and his interest in industrial subjects.
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