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Untitled, by Bruce Nauman, ink, 1971

Untitled

Bruce Nauman

1971

ink

From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Untitled is a 1971 ink by Bruce Nauman, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
Bruce Nauman
When & what style?
1971
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This abstract painting features a dark background with bold, red letters that read "WASH" in the center. The letters are outlined in white and appear to be hand-drawn. The overall effect is one of stark simplicity, with the bold colors and simple composition creating a sense of tension and energy. The painting's use of bold colors and simple forms creates a sense of visual tension, drawing the viewer's eye to the center of the composition. The use of red and white also adds a sense of contrast and drama to the piece. For more information on this artist's work, explore the art of Bruce Nauman.

About the artist

Artist

Bruce Nauman

Bruce Nauman (born December 6, 1941) is an American artist. His practice spans a broad range of media including sculpture, photography, neon, video, drawing, printmaking, and performance. Nauman lives near Galisteo, New Mexico.

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