Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Paul Sietsema, watercolor, 2003
Untitled, by Paul Sietsema, watercolor, 2003

Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Paul Sietsema. It dates from 2003 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This untitled drawing by Paul Sietsema is a mixed-media collage on paper, created in 2003. It combines various materials and techniques to produce a complex, layered visual effect.

Technique & Style

The artwork features a diverse range of materials, including cut-and-pasted paper, gouache, pencil, watercolor, and masking tape. The combination of organic and synthetic materials contributes to its dynamic, layered appearance.

Subject & Meaning

The collage incorporates fragments of printed text and images, along with abstract shapes and colors. A small black-and-white figure is discreetly placed in one corner, adding to the work's layered narrative.

History & Provenance

Created in 2003 by Los Angeles-based artist Paul Sietsema, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Sietsema's practice spans multiple mediums, including film, painting, and drawing, often exploring the circulation and interpretation of cultural artifacts.

Artist & collection

Artist

Paul Sietsema

Paul Sietsema (born 1968) is a Los Angeles–based American artist who works primarily in film, painting and drawing.

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