Untitled

Untitled

Atsuko Tanaka

2005

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This drawing shows tangled, looping lines packed into a tight oval shape. The lines overlap and twist, creating a messy center that looks almost like a knot. The paper is light, and the ink is dark, making the lines stand out clearly. The artist signed it "A. Tanaka" in the corner, along with a date—March 20, 2005. The lines feel restless, like they’re moving even though they’re just ink on paper. If you like this style, look up etching next to see how artists create prints like this.

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