Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an acrylic drawing by Thomas Schütte. It dates from 1981 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
You see seven big sheets of paper, each painted in flat, bright colors—red, blue, black, white—with simple shapes that look like buildings or towers.
You see seven big sheets of paper, each painted in flat, bright colors—red, blue, black, white—with simple shapes that look like buildings or towers.
Schütte made this in 1981, right after moving to Düsseldorf. The shapes feel like a city skyline, but they’re not realistic. They’re more like a child’s drawing of a capital, which is why the series is called *Hauptstadt* (Capital). The colors are bold, almost like a protest sign.
If you like how this feels, check out more work by Thomas Schütte.
Overview
Untitled is a 1981 drawing by Thomas Schütte, created with acrylic on seven sheets of paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts simple, non-realistic shapes resembling buildings or towers, arranged like a city skyline. The forms are reminiscent of a child's representation of a capital city, aligning with Schütte's *Hauptstadt* (Capital) series.
Technique & Style
Each sheet is painted in a flat, bright color, including red, blue, black, and white. The bold color choices and simple forms give the work a graphic, declarative quality.
Context
Schütte created this work shortly after relocating to Düsseldorf, a city known for its vibrant art scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Schütte is a German contemporary artist. He sculpts, creates architectural designs, and draws. He lives and works in Düsseldorf.
