Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an oil drawing by Toba Khedoori. It dates from 1995 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled (1995) is a mixed-media drawing by Toba Khedoori, composed of oil, wax, and pencil on three adjacent sheets of paper, united by a repetitive, geometric motif.
Subject & Meaning
The work features rows of small, blue rectangles containing tiny white shapes, set against a plain, light-colored background. The subject appears abstract, with emphasis on spatial arrangement and subtle color interaction.
Technique & Style
Khedoori's characteristic use of wax-coated paper supports the meticulous, detailed application of oil and pencil. The execution is deliberate and orderly, yielding a simple, yet precise, visual effect.
History & Provenance
Created in 1995, the piece is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Khedoori, of Iraqi-Jewish heritage, born in Australia, created this work after relocating to the United States (1988) and settling in Los Angeles.
Context
Untitled reflects Khedoori's exploration of color, space, and meticulous composition, characteristic of her practice. The work's simplicity invites contemplation of the interplay between form, color, and negative space.
Legacy
As part of MoMA's collection, *Untitled* contributes to the institutional recognition of Khedoori's contributions to contemporary mixed-media drawing, highlighting her unique blend of precision and minimalism.
Artist & collection
Artist
Toba Khedoori (Arabic: توبا خضوري; born 1964) is an Australian-born artist, of Iraqi–Jewish heritage.
