Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Matthew Barney. It dates from 1991 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1991 drawing by American artist Matthew Barney, created using a mix of materials including light-reflective vinyl, petroleum jelly, and pencil on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a simple drawing of a tilted block with a wavy line, accompanied by the handwritten words 'hypertrophy, CINELINE'. The image may be a preliminary sketch for a larger project, potentially a film or sculpture.
Technique & Style
The paper is sewn into a self-lubricating plastic frame, giving the piece a sense of unease due to the frame's greasy appearance. Barney's use of mixed media and unconventional materials is characteristic of his early practice.
Context
This work reflects Barney's exploration of themes including the human body and mythology, which would continue to be developed in his later projects, such as The Cremaster Cycle.
Artist & collection
Artist
Matthew Barney (born March 25, 1967) is an American contemporary artist and film director who works in the fields of sculpture, film, photography and drawing.
