Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Shirazeh Houshiary. 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 Shirazeh Houshiary, comprising pigment, colored ink, colored pencil, and synthetic polymer paint on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a subtle, spiral mark at its center, set against a predominantly blank, off-white background. The delicate, ghostly lines evoke a sense of quietness and emptiness.
Technique & Style
Houshiary's use of varied media on paper creates a nuanced, layered effect. The muted colors and aged appearance of the paper contribute to the overall subtlety of the piece.
Context
Houshiary's practice encompasses sculpture, installation, and painting, often exploring themes of perception and abstraction.
Artist & collection
Artist
Shirazeh Houshiary (Persian: شیرازه هوشیاری; born 15 January 1955) is an Iranian-born English sculptor, installation artist, and painter. She lives and works in London.
