Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Sonia Švecová, paint, 1966
Untitled, by Sonia Švecová, paint, 1966

Untitled is a paint drawing by Sonia Švecová. It dates from 1966 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a drawing by Sonia Švecová, created around 1966, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is made from cut-and-painted paper on colored paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing features two large eyes on a yellow background, created from cut-out white paper with red pupils. The simple composition presents an enigmatic image, with the eyes appearing to float without context.

Technique & Style

Švecová employed a layered approach, using paper and paint to build the image. The rough edges of the cut-out paper suggest a handmade process, contributing to the work's tactile quality.

Artist & collection

Artist

Sonia Švecová

Sonia Švecová spent her days cutting paper in a quiet apartment in Bratislava, stacking scraps into tiny, razor-sharp landscapes.

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