Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is an ink drawing by Aleksandr Rodchenko. It dates from 1941 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Aleksandr Rodchenko's Untitled is a 1941 drawing held at The Museum of Modern Art. Created with ink on paper, it features simple shapes and lines.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing comprises curved and straight lines forming a loose grid with two large circles intersected by diagonal strokes, set against a light brown background.
Technique & Style
Executed in ink on paper without color, the drawing showcases varying line thickness, creating visual hierarchy. The loose, sketch-like quality suggests a rapid execution.
Artist & collection
Artist
Aleksander Mikhailovich Rodchenko was a Russian and Soviet artist, sculptor, photographer, and graphic designer. He was one of the founders of constructivism and Russian design; he was married to the artist Varvara Stepanova.
