Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Ulrich Rückriem. It dates from 1988 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled, a 1988 drawing by German sculptor Ulrich Rückriem, consists of pencil marks on transparentized paper, presenting a minimalist and process art piece.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts three simple, empty room floor plans and a rudimentary 3D sketch of a rectangular object, possibly a slab or wall, accompanied by handwritten German notes on measurements and materials such as gypsum and gypsum plaster.
Technique & Style
Characterized by its minimalist approach, the work features rough, quick sketches, lacking polish, and emphasizing simplicity in both form and execution.
History & Provenance
Created in 1988, the drawing is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection, reflecting Rückriem's exploration of minimalist and process art principles in his abstract practice.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ulrich Rückriem (born 30 September 1938) is a German sculptor notable for his monumental stone sculptures. He lives and works in Cologne and London. His abstract works of art are often assigned to the style of minimalism and process art.
