Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a pastel drawing by Sterling Ruby. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Sterling Ruby's 2008 drawing, Untitled, is a mixed-media work on paper that combines airbrush, printed paper, and pastel techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts two window frames against a dark, cloudy sky. One frame contains faded, colorful paper, while the other has a rust-red appearance. The contrast between the frames and the muted background invites the viewer to consider what lies beyond the windows.
Technique & Style
The airbrush technique creates a soft, textured sky, while the window frames and their contents provide a sharp contrast. The use of printed paper and pastel adds to the work's layered, mixed-media quality.
Context
Ruby's work often explores themes of urban culture, violence, and social issues like globalization and consumption, and Untitled may be seen in relation to these broader concerns.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sterling Ruby (born January 21, 1972) is an American artist who works in a large variety of media including ceramics, painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, video, and textiles.
