Artwork

Untitled

Untitled, by Marcel van Eeden, graphite, 2002
Untitled, by Marcel van Eeden, graphite, 2002

Untitled is a graphite drawing by Marcel van Eeden. It dates from 2002 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 2002 drawing by Marcel van Eeden, created with pencil on paper. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a small village nestled in a valley, surrounded by rugged mountains with sparse tree cover. The scene is populated by tiny figures of people and animals moving along a winding path between clustered houses.

Technique & Style

Executed in pencil, the work features a mix of dark lines and soft shading, achieved through quick, sketchy strokes that convey a sense of spontaneity. The resulting texture is rough, suggesting a rapid study rather than a refined composition.

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Artist & collection

Portrait of Marcel van Eeden

Artist

Marcel van Eeden

Marcel van Eeden is a Dutch draftsman and painter. From 1989 to 1993 van Eeden studied painting at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague. Van Eeden lives and works in Zurich and The Hague. Characteristically, van…

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Marcel van Eeden in 2002.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.