Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Robert Smithson. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drawing by Robert Smithson, created around 1965, executed in pencil on paper. It is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing comprises eight small sketches of a spiral form, often accompanied by a wall or mound, set in a desert landscape. Handwritten notes on the paper, such as 'for Kyparissia' and 'Layout for Photograph', provide context for the work.
Technique & Style
The sketches are characterized by light, clear lines, suggesting a preparatory or planning function. The artist's labeling of the spiral as 'The Spiral Getty – Box Elder County, Utah' indicates a connection to a specific, real-world location.
Context
The drawing appears to be a study or plan for a site-specific work or installation, potentially involving photography.
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.
