Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Meyer Vaisman in 1990.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.

Artwork

Untitled

Meyer Vaisman , 1990

Untitled is a drawing by Meyer Vaisman. It dates from 1990 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1990, this untitled work by Meyer Vaisman consists of cut-and-pasted printed paper assembled on a printed paper support.

Created in 1990, this untitled work by Meyer Vaisman consists of cut-and-pasted printed paper assembled on a printed paper support. The piece is classified as a drawing and is part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Its composition features two cartoonish figures seated opposite each other, a bold black banner reading “Intermezzo,” and a backdrop of sketchy clouds and architectural forms that suggest a theatrical set.

Subject & Meaning

The central motif presents two exaggerated, paper‑cut figures smiling at one another, evoking a playful, staged encounter. The word “Intermezzo” positioned above them hints at a brief interlude or pause within a larger narrative, reinforcing the work’s theatrical ambience and inviting viewers to consider moments of fleeting connection or performance.

Technique & Style

Vaisman employs a collage method, cutting printed paper elements and reassembling them to create a flat, graphic image. The juxtaposition of bold black lettering with simple, hand‑drawn clouds and buildings produces a contrast between mass‑produced imagery and hand‑rendered gestures, characteristic of his broader practice of merging high and low visual cultures.

History & Provenance

The artwork was produced in 1990 and subsequently entered the collection of the Museum of Modern Art, where it remains on view. Its acquisition reflects MoMA’s interest in contemporary collage and drawing practices that interrogate the boundaries between print, drawing, and assemblage.