Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Richard Haas. It dates from 1979 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Richard Haas's Untitled (1979) is a watercolor and pencil drawing on paper, currently part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a nocturnal cityscape viewed across a tranquil body of water. The scene features tall, lightly illuminated buildings, distant bridges, and a soft, pale sky, with the calm water reflecting faint light, evoking a serene and dreamlike atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Characterized by loose, sketch-like lines for the buildings, the piece utilizes light color palette and watercolor techniques, possibly incorporating glazing to achieve depth and subtle light effects, enhancing the overall quiet and introspective mood.
History & Provenance
Created in 1979 by Richard Haas, the drawing is now held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard John Haas is an American muralist who is best known for architectural murals and his use of the trompe-l'œil style. Haas has a 1959 B.S. from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee and a 1964 M.F.A. from the University of Minnesota.
