Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Le Corbusier. It dates from 1919 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1919 drawing by Le Corbusier, created with pencil on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts simple forms, including a hammer and a bowl, alongside abstract curved shapes. Le Corbusier explored the interplay of light and shadow on these objects, creating a sense of depth and volume.
Technique & Style
The sketch is characterized by light, clear lines and subtle shading. The artist's use of varying pencil pressure resulted in a range of tonal values, with some areas bearing smudges and heavier marks.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, known as Le Corbusier, was a French-Swiss architectural designer, painter, urban planner and writer who was one of the pioneers of what is now regarded as modern architecture.
