Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Thomas Schütte, watercolor, 1991
Untitled, by Thomas Schütte, watercolor, 1991

Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Thomas Schütte. It dates from 1991 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled, a 1991 watercolor drawing by Thomas Schütte, features sparse, expressive marks on a light background, including wobbly, abstract figures and the handwritten text 'Moral Bombing'.

Subject & Meaning

The work's subject is ambiguous, with the 'Moral Bombing' inscription hinting at a conceptual or thematic underpinning, though the simple, abstract figures themselves do not provide clear narrative or representational clues.

Technique & Style

Schütte employed minimal watercolor elements, likely ink, to create quick, loose shapes, emphasizing spontaneity and simplicity in the composition's execution.

History & Provenance

Created in 1991, the work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Thomas Schütte

Artist

Thomas Schütte

Thomas Schütte is a German contemporary artist. He sculpts, creates architectural designs, and draws. He lives and works in Düsseldorf.

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