Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Otto Piene. It dates from 1959 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Otto Piene's 1959 drawing, Untitled, is an abstract work on paper created using soot. It exemplifies the artist's experimental approach to materials and techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a horizontal band of densely packed, dark circles against a lighter background, creating a sense of depth and contrast. The simplicity of the composition contributes to a calm atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Piene achieved the work's distinctive effect through the use of soot on paper, varying the size and shading of the circles to create texture and visual interest.
History & Provenance
Piene, a German-American artist associated with kinetic and technology-based art, produced Untitled while living in Düsseldorf, Germany, before later relocating to Massachusetts.
Artist & collection
Artist
Otto Piene (PEE-nah, 18 April 1928 – 17 July 2014) was a German-American artist specializing in kinetic and technology-based art, often working collaboratively.
