Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Vulcan. It dates from 1986 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1986 drawing by Vulcan, held at The Museum of Modern Art. It is a cityscape rendered in pencil and pressure-sensitive tape on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a cityscape with simple, blocky buildings and uneven composition. The artist's handwritten notes, including 'Vulcan' and 'the wildest piece ever', suggest a personal and experimental approach.
Technique & Style
The work features varying pencil line pressures and a mix of scribbled notes and doodles. A piece of brown tape is affixed to the top corner, and the edges show signs of wear, indicating frequent handling.
Artist & collection
Artist
Vulcan made spare, geometric drawings using pencils, tape, and cut paper. Their untitled works from 1985–86 mix crisp lines with raw edges, trading color for quiet contrasts of black, white, and torn paper. The…
