Untitled 1965

This drawing was made by Eva Hesse using ink on paper, and though undated, is characteristic of her approach to art making. Hesse's practice often involved a radical use of materials, pushing their boundaries and challenging conventional notions of sculpture and drawing. In this work, the repetitive mark-making, seen in the close hatched lines, seems almost meditative, emphasizing the labor involved in its production. The drawing's precision, evident in the measured lines and deliberate composition, shows the connection between the artist's hand and the final image. Hesse blurred the lines between drawing and sculpture by experimenting with industrial materials and processes, reflecting the social and cultural shifts of the 1960s. She often incorporated mass-produced materials into her work, reflecting the increasing influence of consumer culture on artistic practice. By embracing these materials and processes, Hesse challenged traditional hierarchies within the art world, questioning the boundaries between high art and craft.