Kitaj

British

/ ˈkaɪteɪ /

noun

R. B. 1932–2007, US painter working in Britain, noted for such large figurative works as If Not, Not (1976)

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Kitaj and Alex Katz is also reflected in Homer French’s work.

From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2024

Kitaj was known for bright paintings that focused on the human figure.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2019

Kitaj created "Dismantling the Red Tent," which though it doesn't feature Kennedy or Oswald, nonetheless conveys a sense of loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2014

To many of the critics, who saw Kitaj invading their space, telling them what to think, this appeared to be fighting talk.

From The Guardian • Feb. 10, 2013

It is ludicrous to suggest that Kitaj was just this arrogant figure.

From The Guardian • Feb. 10, 2013

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