Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a paint drawing by Richard Serra. It dates from 1991 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Richard Serra's 1991 drawing, Untitled, is a large, abstract work on paper created with paintstik. It is characterized by its dark color, rough texture, and uneven edges.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing's abstract nature and lack of discernible shapes or forms invite the viewer to explore its tactile quality and contemplate its depth and mystery. Serra's work often investigates the relationship between the viewer, artwork, and environment.
Technique & Style
Serra employed paintstik on paper to achieve a textured, raw surface with visible marks. The resulting work is a bold, monochromatic piece with an unfinished quality, reflecting Serra's emphasis on materiality and unconventional mediums.
History & Provenance
Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, exemplifying Serra's broader practice of exploring form and perception.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Serra (November 2, 1938 – March 26, 2024) was an American artist known for his large-scale abstract sculptures made for site-specific landscape, urban, and architectural settings, and whose work has been primarily associated with…
