Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Shigeko Kubota, ink, 1964
Untitled, by Shigeko Kubota, ink, 1964

Untitled is an ink drawing by Shigeko Kubota. It dates from 1964 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1964 drawing by Shigeko Kubota, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a mixed-media work combining ink on paper with a collage element.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing is a handwritten letter to George Maciunas, detailing everyday information such as a green dress and an airport arrival time. The inclusion of a small black-and-white photograph of a face adds a personal element.

Technique & Style

The letter is written in black ink on lined paper, with dense but legible text. A small photograph is adhered to the corner, introducing a collage element to the work. The paper shows signs of handling, with smudges and folds.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Shigeko Kubota

Artist

Shigeko Kubota

Shigeko Kubota was a Japanese video artist, sculptor and avant-garde performance artist, who mostly lived in New York City.

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