Alex Katz American, b. 1927
Laura 1, 2017
Archival pigment inks on Crane, Museo Max, White 365 gsm fine art paper
46 x 30 1/2 in.
116.8 x 77.5 cm.
116.8 x 77.5 cm.
Edition of 100 plus 20 artist's proofs
Signed and numbered lower left
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Provenance
Private Collection, Canada
This vibrant print exemplifies Katz's signature style—bold, graphic lines and a vivid color palette that reduces the subject to its most essential features. The large-scale portrait emphasizes Laura's calm poise,...
This vibrant print exemplifies Katz's signature style—bold, graphic lines and a vivid color palette that reduces the subject to its most essential features. The large-scale portrait emphasizes Laura's calm poise, with her face emerging from a simple, solid background. Katz's minimalist approach and focus on flatness invite the viewer to appreciate the interplay between simplicity and depth, while his use of bright, contrasting colors evokes a sense of intimacy and immediacy. This work is a prime example of Katz's enduring ability to combine contemporary portraiture with elements of abstraction, creating a timeless depiction of personal and artistic connection.
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