Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Richard Merkin. It dates from 1965 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a 1965 drawing by Richard Merkin, created with gouache and charcoal on paper mounted on cardboard. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a group of formally dressed figures in an abstract, colorful landscape. Their interactions are ambiguous, contributing to a dreamlike atmosphere. The vibrant colors and stylized shapes create a sense of unease, suggesting a complex or open-ended narrative.
Technique & Style
Merkin's use of gouache and charcoal adds texture and depth to the work. The mixture of realistic and stylized elements in the landscape creates visual tension. The cardboard mounting also lends a sense of fragility to the piece.
Artist & collection
Artist
Richard Marshall Merkin was an American painter, illustrator and arts educator. Merkin's fascination with the 1920s and 1930s defined his art and shaped his identity as a professional dandy. Many of his works depict the…
