Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a watercolor drawing by Xenon Straub. It dates from 2001 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a drawing by Xenon Straub, created in 2001 using watercolor and ballpoint pen on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a red heart with a face and sharp teeth, from which orange intestines spill out. A yellow pill is lodged in its mouth. Behind the heart, a building with yellow and purple lines appears to be dissolving.
Technique & Style
Straub combined watercolor washes with sharp black lines, achieved through the use of ballpoint pen, to create a contrast between soft and rough textures. The colors stand out against the white paper, evoking a dreamlike quality.
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