Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Morita Yasuji, ink, 1953
Untitled, by Morita Yasuji, ink, 1953

Untitled is an ink drawing by Morita Yasuji. It dates from 1953 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a drawing by Morita Yasuji, created around 1953 using ink on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Technique & Style

The work features rapid, expressive ink lines of varying thickness, densely intertwined. The brushwork is continuous, with each stroke connected to the next, conveying a sense of spontaneity and fluidity.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing's abstract composition evokes the dynamic movement of natural elements, such as wind-blown vegetation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Morita Yasuji

Morita Yasuji (1912–1959) was a Japanese artist.

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