Untitled
1974
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1974
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This painting shows a square of dark gray with four uneven circles carved into it. The circles are rough-edged, like someone tore the paper by hand. The center is the darkest, and the lines get lighter as they spread out. The artist used torn paper to create the shapes, making the edges jagged and uneven. It’s simple but feels deliberate, like the act of tearing itself is part of the art. If you like this, check out Anna Maria Maiolino.
