Who painted Untitled?

Untitled was painted by Martin Wong in 1986.

Where can I see Untitled?

Untitled is held by Museum of Modern Art.

What movement is Untitled?

Untitled is associated with Contemporary Realism.

Artwork

Untitled

Martin Wong , 1986

Untitled is an acrylic painting by the Contemporary Realist artist Martin Wong. It dates from 1986 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 1986 acrylic painting on canvas by Martin Wong, characterized by its simplicity and subtlety. The work is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting reflects Wong's exploration of cityscapes and his blending of social realism with visionary elements, tied to his experiences as a Chinese-American artist and his queer identity.

Technique & Style

The rectangular canvas features a gray, smooth background with a horizontal line of small rectangles, framed by a brown, textured border, creating a contrast between smoothness and texture.

History & Provenance

Wong created Untitled during his two-decade-long exhibition period in New York galleries, before his death in San Francisco due to an AIDS-related illness.