Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Maurizio Cattelan, graphite, 1998
Untitled, by Maurizio Cattelan, graphite, 1998

Untitled is a graphite drawing by Maurizio Cattelan. It dates from 1998 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1998 drawing by Maurizio Cattelan, an Italian artist known for satirical works. Created with pencil on paper, it is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts three bald men in profile, rendered in simple shapes with serious expressions. The figures are characterized by their minimal detail and rough, unrefined lines.

Technique & Style

Cattelan's use of loose, rapid pencil strokes gives the drawing a spontaneous, almost doodled quality. The lack of background or extraneous detail emphasizes the simplicity of the figures.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Maurizio Cattelan

Artist

Maurizio Cattelan

Maurizio Cattelan (Italian: ; born 21 September 1960) is an Italian visual artist.

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