Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Sara Sosnowy, oil, 1993
Untitled, by Sara Sosnowy, oil, 1993

Untitled is an oil drawing by Sara Sosnowy. It dates from 1993 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1993 drawing by Sara Sosnowy, an American artist born in 1957. The work is executed in synthetic polymer paint and oilstick on paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features a deep purple field punctuated by a small cluster of yellow dots near the center, forming a loose square shape. The stark contrast between the dots and the background creates a focal point.

Technique & Style

The work's simplicity is characterized by a smooth, even application of paint and a lack of additional shapes or textures. The edges show signs of wear, suggesting extensive handling.

History & Provenance

Untitled is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Sosnowy's work is also held by other major institutions, including the National Gallery of Art and the Yale University Art Gallery.

Artist & collection

Artist

Sara Sosnowy

Sara Sosnowy (born 1957 in Texas City, Texas) is an American contemporary artist.

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