Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Roni Horn. It dates from 1988 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1988 drawing by Roni Horn, an American artist born in New York City in 1955. The work is a collage of cut-and-pasted cardstock with pigment and varnish.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features three dark red, irregular forms arranged vertically, evoking a sense of heaviness and materiality. The simple composition explores themes of identity and place, reflecting Horn's ongoing interest in the relationship between perception and physical presence.
Technique & Style
Horn employed a layered, collage technique to create the work's textured, almost three-dimensional appearance. The use of cut cardstock, pigment, and varnish adds depth and tactility to the simple, abstract forms.
History & Provenance
The drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, representing Horn's contribution to a lineage of artists examining personal and cultural narratives through abstract and conceptual means.
Artist & collection
Artist
Roni Horn (born September 25, 1955) is an American visual artist and writer. The granddaughter of Eastern European immigrants, she was born in New York City, where she lives and works. She is currently represented by…
