Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache painting by the Contemporary Abstract artist Richard Wright. It dates from 2005 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
This untitled work by Richard Wright is a gouache painting executed directly on a wall. It is characterized by a narrow column of densely packed vertical strokes near the corner, set against a plain white background.
Subject & Meaning
The work subtly alters the viewer's perception of the surrounding space by introducing a precise, abstract element into the corner of the room.
Technique & Style
The artist used gouache, an opaque water-based paint, to create the work. The painting's simplicity and direct application to the wall reflect Wright's interest in integrating his art with the architectural context.
History & Provenance
Created in 2005, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Wright (born London, 1960) is an English artist. Wright was born in London. His family moved to Scotland when he was young. He attended Edinburgh College of Art from 1978 to 1982 and studied at Glasgow School…
