Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Keegan McHargue. It dates from 2003 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 2003 drawing by American artist Keegan McHargue, created with pencil on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two large figures in a room: a seated figure with a crown-like headpiece and a floating head on a striped pillar. Smaller figures are gathered near a table in the background. The scene is rendered with sharp, dark lines and shading, giving it a dream-like quality.
Technique & Style
McHargue built up the image using layered pencil marks, combining controlled hatching and shading to create depth. The faces feature simple, expressive features, with an emphasis on eyes and mouths.
Artist & collection
Artist
Keegan McHargue (born 1982) is an American artist known for his dream-like drawings and paintings. McHargue is sometimes described as either an outsider artist or faux-outsider artist. He lives and works in New York City.
