Untitled 1965

Here we see an ‘Untitled’ work on paper by Donald Judd, known for his radical approach to minimalist sculpture. The drawing presents a simple, linear depiction of a rectangular form set against a neutral background. The precision of the lines and the clean geometry echo Judd’s ambition to achieve clarity and directness. The structural elements are essential in how Judd articulates his artistic vision. By simplifying form to its barest essence, Judd challenges traditional notions of composition and representation. There is no hierarchy, no foreground or background, only the object itself. The removal of expressive elements allows the viewer to focus on the fundamental structure of the work. The linear composition operates as a sign, pointing to the artist’s exploration of space, volume, and the very definition of art itself. Ultimately, this work invites us to reconsider the relationship between form and content, and to explore how minimal interventions can destabilize established categories within artistic practice.