Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an acrylic drawing by Paul Thek. It dates from 1975 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1975 drawing by Paul Thek, created with acrylic and pastel on newspaper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Technique & Style
The work features a textured red background achieved through thick, uneven application of paint, with visible newspaper underneath. A central pale pink oval shape is adorned with dark blobs and a blue line, giving the impression of being superimposed on the newspaper base.
Subject & Meaning
The composition's abstract forms and layered materials create a complex visual experience. The visible newspaper adds a sense of grit and everyday reality to the otherwise expressive use of color and texture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Paul Thek was an American painter, sculptor and installation artist. Thek was active in both the United States and Europe, exhibiting several installations and sculptural works over the course of his life. Posthumously,…
