Untitled
1962
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1962
graphite
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
This sketch shows a rough, hand-drawn bridge with lots of measurements and angles. The lines are light but precise, marking beams, wheels, and supports. Some parts look like gears or pulleys, and there’s a tiny figure near the bottom right, almost hidden. Numbers and fractions are scattered everywhere, labeling lengths and widths. The paper looks worn, with a few smudges and notes in the corners. One label says "Boulon," which might be a part of the design. The whole thing feels like a mix of engineering and art—like someone was figuring out how to build something while sketching it out. If you like this kind of drawing, check out cross-hatching.