Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Maria Magdalena Campos-Pons. It dates from 2021 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 2021 triptych by Cuban-born artist María Magdalena Campos-Pons, combines watercolor, ink, gouache, and digital printing on paper across three panels. This mixed-media work exemplifies Campos-Pons's interdisciplinary approach, typically spanning photography, performance, audiovisual media, and sculpture.
Subject & Meaning
The piece explores intersections of multicultural heritage (Cuban, Chinese, Nigerian), interracial family dynamics, and religious traditions (Santería, Roman Catholicism). A central figure, face obscured, stands contemplatively amidst contrasting environments: a dim, introspective space and vibrant, luminous botanical scenes.
Technique & Style
Campos-Pons employs layered watercolor, ink, and gouache to achieve soft, glowing colors and rough textures. The use of glazing techniques enhances the sense of depth and luminosity, particularly in the botanical panels where flowers and leaves appear illuminated from within.
History & Provenance
Created in 2021, Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting the institution's interest in Campos-Pons's exploration of identity, culture, and spirituality.
Context
This work sits within Campos-Pons's broader practice of navigating complex identities and cultural fusion, characteristic of her artistic voice.
Legacy
As part of MoMA's collection, Untitled contributes to the global discourse on multicultural identity and artistic innovation in mixed-media practices, potentially influencing future generations of artists exploring similar themes.
Artist & collection
Artist
María Magdalena Campos-Pons (born July 22, 1959) is a Cuban-born artist based in Nashville, Tennessee.
