Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a pastel drawing by Lucas Samaras. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1965 drawing by Greek-born American artist Lucas Samaras, is executed in pastel on black paper and is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a reclining nude figure with obscured facial features, conveying intimacy and vulnerability through pose and expressive color choices.
Technique & Style
Samaras's use of pastel on black paper generates a soft, dreamy effect, while the composition's warm, muted hues (greens, blues, reds, oranges) enhance the figure's emotional exposure.
History & Provenance
Created in 1965, the piece is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, reflecting Samaras's multidisciplinary practice spanning photography, sculpture, and drawing.
Context
This work aligns with Samaras's broader exploration of the human form and emotional states, characteristic of his artistic oeuvre.
Artist & collection
Artist
Lucas Samaras (Greek: Λουκάς Σαμαράς; September 14, 1936 – March 7, 2024) was a Greek-born American photographer, sculptor, and painter.
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