Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Richard Serra. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1973 drawing by Richard Serra, created with paintstik and graphite on paper. It is a simple composition featuring a bold, dark shape on a light background.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a single black rectangle, tilted on its side, with smooth edges and a matte finish. The plain white paper surrounding the shape emphasizes its presence.
Technique & Style
Serra used paintstik, a thick drawing tool, to create the bold, graphic form. The resulting mark is distinct from traditional brushstrokes or pencil lines, highlighting the physical properties of the material.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art, aligning with Serra's broader practice as an artist associated with postminimalism, known for exploring materiality and viewer interaction.
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…
