Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Pat Steir, charcoal, 1985
Untitled, by Pat Steir, charcoal, 1985

Untitled is a charcoal drawing by Pat Steir. It dates from 1985 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1985 drawing by Pat Steir, an American artist known for her abstract works. The piece combines various media, including graphite, charcoal, and colored ink, on paper.

Technique & Style

The drawing features a range of techniques, from thick, textured strokes to delicate, layered applications. The mixed media creates a dynamic, expressive surface with varied textures and visual depth.

Subject & Meaning

Steir's work often explores gestural mark-making and the evocation of movement. Untitled reflects this practice, using abstract forms and layered media to convey a sense of energy.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Pat Steir

Artist

Pat Steir

Iris Patricia Steir (née Sukoneck; April 10, 1938 – March 25, 2026) was an American painter and printmaker.

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