Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Peter Bradley, pastel, 1967
Untitled, by Peter Bradley, pastel, 1967

Untitled is a pastel drawing by Peter Bradley. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1967 drawing by Peter Bradley combines various materials and techniques, including ink, wash, torn paper, and pastel, on a paper surface.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Bradley's experimental approach to mixed media, featuring scribbles, smudges, and torn paper that create a textured, layered effect. The use of pastel adds a range of tonal values and tactile qualities.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing centers on a rough, abstracted animal form, possibly a horse or dog, surrounded by loose lines and dark splatters, evoking a sense of energy and spontaneity.

History & Provenance

Created in 1967, the drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Bradley, born in 1940, studied at the Society of Arts and Crafts in Detroit and Yale University, later working as an art dealer at Perls Galleries from 1968 to 1975.

Artist & collection

Artist

Peter Bradley

Peter Bradley (born September 15, 1940) is an American painter and sculptor and former art dealer.

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