Michael Vessa, "Untitled"
Executed in 1975. Mixed media on paper 65 x 102 cm.
The New Gallery, Ohio. Acquired by the present owner in 1976.
Probably exhibited at The New Gallery, Ohio, "Four New York Artists", 1975.
Michael Vessa is an American artist born in 1948, known for his work in painting and mixed media, particularly collage-based compositions. His art is characterized by an experimental approach, combining various materials and techniques to explore form, structure, and visual perception.
Vessa gained international recognition with a solo exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York in 1977, titled Projects: Michael Vessa. One of his works from this period, Working Drawing for Northwest Room (1977), is part of MoMA’s permanent collection.
His artistic practice reflects a deep interest in spatial relationships, construction, and the visual expression of the subconscious. Vessa’s work often merges conceptual rigor with poetic and contemplative imagery, developed through a thoughtful and process-driven approach.
Archival materials related to his career are preserved in institutions such as the Smithsonian, underscoring his lasting impact on the American contemporary art scene.