Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Richard Tuttle. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Richard Tuttle's 1965 drawing, Untitled, is a subtle work on notebook paper, characteristic of his minimalist approach.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features a soft, blurry composition in browns and tans, with a faint white line near the center, evoking a sense of simplicity and ambiguity.
Technique & Style
Tuttle employed gouache and pencil to create a loose, sketch-like effect, leveraging the fluidity of gouache to achieve a blended, understated form.
Context
This work is part of Tuttle's broader practice, which encompasses various media, including sculpture, drawing, and installation, all united by a commitment to simplicity and materiality.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Dean Tuttle (born July 12, 1941) is an American postminimalist artist known for his small, casual, subtle, intimate works.
