Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Nancy Grossman. It dates from 1971 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Nancy Grossman's 1971 drawing, Untitled, is a mixed-media work on paper held at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features two adjacent faces, rendered in shades of gray, brown, and black through cut-out paper pieces. While similar, the faces exhibit distinct differences in detail, creating a sense of nuance and complexity.
Technique & Style
Grossman employed a collage technique, using cut-and-pasted painted paper, pressure-sensitive tape, and pencil to achieve a textured, layered effect. The varied shapes and sizes of the paper pieces, some with rough edges, contribute to the work's depth and visual interest.
Artist & collection
Artist
Nancy Grossman is an American artist. Grossman is best known for her wood and leather sculptures of heads.
