Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Robert Smithson. It dates from 1968 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1968 drawing by Robert Smithson, created using pencil, cut-and-pasted gelatin-silver print, and cut-and-pasted paper on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a rough, empty space with jagged walls and a pile of excavated rock salt, featuring two mirrors and notes detailing the materials and layout. It appears to be a preparatory sketch for an installation involving mirrors in a salt mine.
Technique & Style
The work combines drawing and collage techniques, incorporating gelatin-silver print and paper elements. The sketch has a provisional quality, with messy notes and arrows indicating a work-in-progress.
Context
The drawing relates to Smithson's interest in land art and the use of mirrors in his installations, often exploring the relationship between natural environments and human intervention.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Smithson was an American artist known for sculpture and land art who often used drawing and photography in relation to the spatial arts.
