Alex Katz Rose Bud / Pigmentprint / signed, numbered / edition of 100

Year: 2019
Format: 84 x 112 cm / 33.1 x 44.1 inch
Material: Crane Museo Max 365 gsm fine art paper.
Method: Pigmenprint.
Edition: 100
Other: signed, numbered.

Alex Katz Rose Bud, Pigmentdruck, signiert, nummeriert, Auflage 100 Stück

Alex Katz Rose Bud / Pigmentprint / signed, numbered / edition of 100

Year: 2019
Format: 84 x 112 cm / 33.1 x 44.1 inch
Material: Crane Museo Max 365 gsm fine art paper.
Method: Pigmenprint.
Edition: 100
Other: signed, numbered.

Year: 2019
Format: 84 x 112 cm / 33.1 x 44.1 inch
Material: Crane Museo Max 365 gsm fine art paper.
Method: Pigmenprint.
Edition: 100
Other: signed, numbered.

Rose Bud - Flowers by Alex Katz.

“Rose Bud” by Alex Katz is a mesmerizing print that effortlessly captures the essence of nature’s beauty through the delicate portrayal of red rose buds against a lush green background. Katz, known for his distinctive approach to contemporary realism, skillfully orchestrates this visual symphony to evoke a sense of elegance and tranquility.

The composition of the print is both simple and powerful, with the focal point resting on the vibrant red rose buds. Katz’s use of bold, confident strokes brings the roses to life, infusing them with a dynamic energy that seems to make them sway gently in an unseen breeze. The petals, rendered with a subtle play of light and shadow, convey a tactile quality that invites viewers to almost feel the softness of the blossoms.

Against this sea of red, the green background serves as a harmonious counterpart. The verdant hues, expertly layered and textured, create a backdrop that not only enhances the prominence of the roses but also adds a soothing depth to the overall composition. Katz’s mastery lies not just in his ability to capture the visual appearance of the scene but also in his keen understanding of color relationships, allowing the red and green to complement and balance each other with exquisite precision.

The juxtaposition of the red rose buds against the green background carries a symbolic weight, conjuring associations with themes of love, passion, and the cyclical nature of life. The print becomes a contemplative meditation on the interplay of contrasting elements in both art and existence, inviting viewers to reflect on the interconnectedness of beauty and its transient nature.

“Rose Bud” stands as a testament to Alex Katz’s prowess as an artist who deftly transcends the boundaries of traditional representation. Through this print, he invites us to appreciate the subtle nuances of color, form, and emotion, urging us to find beauty in simplicity and reminding us of the timeless allure of nature’s creations. In the delicate dance between red and green, “Rose Bud” becomes a timeless ode to the fleeting moments of grace that surround us.

Alex Katz is particularly famous for his figurative paintings: The son of Russian-Jewish immigrants, he was born in New York in 1927. As a pioneer of Pop Art, he always concentrated on the essentials and explored simplified forms and high-contrast color composition early on. His art is diverse, but always has beauty as its central theme. The artist can now look back on more than 200 solo and around 500 group exhibitions; his diverse works are part of over 100 collections worldwide. Alex Katz lives and works in New York and Maine.

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Alex Katz Rose Bud / Pigmentprint / signed, numbered / edition of 100


Year: 2019
Format: 84 x 112 cm / 33.1 x 44.1 inch
Material:Crane Museo Max 365 gsm fine art paper.
Method:Pigmenprint.
Edition:100
Other:signed, numbered.
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