Kitaj

British  

/ ˈkaɪteɪ /

noun

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

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Example Sentences

But David's classmate, the American artist RB Kitaj, told him to ignore everyone else and simply paint things he loved.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

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

It took a fellow student, the American RB Kitaj, to nudge him towards representation, suggesting he try mining his real interests for subject matter.

From The Guardian • Jan. 13, 2017

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