Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Paul Sharits. It dates from 1971 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1971 drawing by Paul Sharits, created with felt-tip pen on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a central tower of stacked pages with a ring labeled 'gummed side' at its base. Surrounding text and doodles, including phrases like 'detach 1 page per day' and 'a jewel of a year,' suggest an exploration of time and value, with each page potentially representing a day.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by quick, uneven lines and scattered notes, giving it a messy, improvisational quality. A small stick figure holds a 'fine stone,' adding to the sense of playful experimentation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Jeffrey Sharits was a visual artist, best known for his work in experimental, or avant-garde filmmaking, particularly what became known as the structural film movement, along with other artists such as Tony Conrad, Hollis Frampton…
