Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Philip Glass, ink, 1972
Untitled, by Philip Glass, ink, 1972

Untitled is an ink drawing by Philip Glass. It dates from 1972 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1972 drawing by Philip Glass, held at The Museum of Modern Art. Created with ink on paper, it is a hand-drawn diagram of sound equipment.

Subject & Meaning

The diagram depicts a live music setup, featuring mixers, equalizers, and speakers connected by lines. Names like Jon, Richard, and Phil are associated with various components, suggesting the drawing may relate to a specific performance or collaboration.

Technique & Style

The sketch is characterized by its informal, rapid execution, evident in the messy lines and hastily written labels, such as '4 Shure M68' and '100 watts each'.

Artist & collection

Artist

Philip Glass

Philip Glass was an American artist.

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