Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Robert Morris. It dates from 1969 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1969 pencil drawing by Robert Morris, exemplifies the artist's exploratory approach to form and space. Characterized by rapid, imperfect lines, the work features three disparate building sketches surrounded by scribbled annotations.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts three architectural concepts: a map-like layout with scattered dots, a pyramid topped with tree-like forms, and a box with internal stairs. These sketches, coupled with marginal notes on size and spatial relationships, suggest an investigation into the representation of space and dimensionality.
Technique & Style
Executed in pencil on paper, the piece showcases Morris's use of quick, gestural drawing to capture preliminary ideas. The messy, draft-like quality reflects a prioritization of conceptual exploration over formal refinement.
History & Provenance
Created in 1969, during a pivotal period in Morris's minimalist and conceptual pursuits, the drawing is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Morris (February 9, 1931 – November 28, 2018) was an American sculptor, conceptual artist and writer.
