Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a paint drawing by Ruth Root. It dates from 2003 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 2003 drawing by Ruth Root, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a collage made from cut-and-pasted painted paper.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a building constructed from flat, colored shapes. The composition is divided into two sections: the left side features brown tones with white rectangles resembling windows, while the right side presents a vibrant arrangement of pink, blue, and yellow blocks, also punctuated by white windows.
Technique & Style
The artist employed a collage technique, cutting and reassembling painted paper to create the composition. The colors used are bold and unmixed, maintaining their flatness and clarity.
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