Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Richard Prince. It dates from 2006 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a mixed-media drawing by Richard Prince, comprising a pencil sketch and a magazine illustration within a frame designed by the artist.
Subject & Meaning
The work juxtaposes two disparate images: a rough pencil drawing of a figure on horseback, likely derived from a magazine illustration, and a photograph of a rocky cliff with a stream. The pairing invites consideration of the relationship between the two scenes.
Technique & Style
The pencil drawing features loose, sketchy lines, while the adjacent photograph is presented unchanged. The artist's use of appropriation and juxtaposition reflects his interest in examining American pop culture.
History & Provenance
Created in 2006, Untitled is held in the collection of The Museum of Modern Art, representing Prince's contribution to the ongoing exploration of representation and cultural reference.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Prince (born August 6, 1949) is an American conceptual artist and pop artist who rose to prominence in the 1980s in the East Village, Manhattan.
