Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a drawing by Wardell Milan. It dates from 2008 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drawing by Wardell Milan, created in 2008 using cut-and-pasted printed paper. It is part of the collection at The Museum of Modern Art.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts two shirtless boxers in a ring, captured mid-fight. The scene is constructed from black-and-white photographs, with the fighters' faces rendered sharply, while the background appears rough and torn.
Technique & Style
Milan employed collage techniques to create a dynamic, layered visual effect. The image is composed from photographs taken at different angles, with elements such as the ropes and crowd visible in the background.
Context
Milan's artistic practice draws on diverse sources, including literature and philosophy, with influences from writers like Tennessee Williams, Alice Walker, and James Baldwin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Wardell Milan is an American visual artist residing in New York City. His work consists of drawing, painting, and photography, as well as constructing three-dimensional dioramas. According to the artist, he considers…
