Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Barry Le Va. It dates from 2000 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled (2000) is a drawing by American artist Barry Le Va, composed of cut-and-pasted paper, colored ink, and colored pencil on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The work features a dynamic arrangement of geometric shapes (rectangles, triangles, circles) in blue on a white background, conveying energy and movement through overlapping forms and contrast.
Technique & Style
Le Va's process-oriented approach is evident in the cut-and-paste method, characteristic of his post-studio and process art affiliations, resulting in a layered, abstract composition.
History & Provenance
Created in 2000 by Barry Le Va, a prominent figure in late 1960s post-studio and process art, the piece is now part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Barry Edward Le Va (December 28, 1941 – January 24, 2021) was an American sculptor and installation artist.
