Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink drawing by Mel Bochner. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Mel Bochner's 1969 drawing, Untitled, is a precise work on graph paper, rendered in felt-tip pen and ink. It showcases the artist's systematic approach to art-making.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features geometric shapes, including rectangles and squares, annotated with measurements in inches. The inclusion of these measurements suggests an exploration of scale, proportion, and the relationship between language and visual representation.
Technique & Style
Bochner employed a grid-based system, utilizing the graph paper's blue grid to create measured shapes. The contrast between the faint blue grid, black ink measurements, and red-lined shapes produces a visually striking effect, highlighting the artist's attention to detail and precision.
History & Provenance
Created in 1969, Untitled is a representative work from Bochner's early career, a period marked by his engagement with Conceptual Art. The drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Melvin Simon Bochner (August 23, 1940 – February 12, 2025) was an American conceptual artist.
