"Untitled" (Double Portrait) 1991

Felix Gonzalez-Torres's "Untitled" (Double Portrait) is a minimalist sculpture comprised of a stack of paper with two outlined circles, a simple yet powerful representation of the artist's relationship with his partner, Ross Laycock. Created in 1991, the work is a poignant reflection on loss and memory, as Laycock passed away in 1991 from AIDS-related complications. The piece is known for its ephemeral nature, as viewers are invited to take away sheets of paper, physically diminishing the artwork over time. This symbolic gesture speaks to the enduring power of love, loss, and the fragility of life itself.