Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Richmond Burton. It dates from 1989 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1989 by Richmond Burton, this untitled work combines gouache and pencil on a paper support mounted on canvas. The piece belongs to the drawing category and is part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The composition consists of a repetitive series of black and tan vertical bands that converge toward a central white square, suggesting a tunnel or corridor that recedes into depth. The stark geometry invites contemplation of perspective and the experience of moving through a confined space.
Technique & Style
Burton applied gouache—a water‑based, opaque pigment—to achieve flat, uniform color fields, while pencil was used for outlining and subtle detailing. The lines are rendered with precise, unbroken edges, giving the pattern a crisp, almost labyrinthine quality.
History & Provenance
Since its acquisition, the work has remained in the Museum of Modern Art’s collection, where it is displayed as an example of late‑20th‑century experimental drawing practices.
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