The artwork titled “Untitled” was created by Robert Ryman in 1965. Executed using oil on linen, this piece is an exemplar of the Minimalism art movement and falls within the abstract genre. It is currently housed in the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), New York City, NY, US.
The artwork consists of a white, textured surface, characterized by horizontal strokes of oil paint. The paint application is thick and deliberate, creating a rhythm of raised lines across the canvas. Subtle variations in the texture and the underlying linen occasionally peek through, adding depth to the otherwise monochromatic composition. The simplicity of the artwork invites viewers to engage deeply with the materiality and presence of the paint, embodying the minimalist ethos of reduction and focus on the essential elements of art.
