Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Sol LeWitt, 1973
Untitled, by Sol LeWitt, 1973

Untitled is a drawing by Sol LeWitt. It dates from 1973 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1973 work by Sol LeWitt is a simple yet deliberate drawing made from torn paper, featuring a centered black hole in a white square.

Technique & Style

LeWitt created the work by tearing a hole in the paper, rather than using traditional drawing techniques. The centered placement of the tear is a deliberate gesture, characteristic of LeWitt's conceptual and minimalist approach.

Subject & Meaning

The work's simplicity and lack of additional marks or decoration invite the viewer to consider the significance of the tear itself, and the relationship between the void and the surrounding paper.

History & Provenance

The work is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art, representing LeWitt's diverse practice across various mediums, including drawing, printmaking, and installation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Sol LeWitt

Solomon "Sol" LeWitt (September 9, 1928 – April 8, 2007) was an American artist linked to various movements, including conceptual art and minimalism.

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