
Alex Katz
302.3 x 91.4 cm
Alex Katz's Nicole is a striking example of his minimalist approach to portraiture, utilizing bold contrasts and simplified forms to create a powerful visual impact. The artwork features a close-up profile of a woman named Nicole, depicted in stark black and white. The high-contrast palette emphasizes the sharp lines and contours of her face, creating a dramatic and captivating image.
In this piece, Katz employs a minimalistic yet highly effective use of space. Nicole's face is positioned towards the left side of the composition, with only a portion of her facial features visible. This partial view draws attention to the elegant curve of her cheek, the distinct shape of her nose, and the expressive eye that gazes out of the frame. The use of negative space around her profile adds to the boldness of the piece, enhancing the visual tension and focus on the subject.
The simplicity of the forms and the limited color scheme highlight Katz's ability to convey depth and emotion with minimal detail. Nicole's lips are depicted with a single, unmodulated black line, and her eye is rendered with a similar economy of means, yet both elements are imbued with a sense of presence and personality. The smooth, uninterrupted lines of her profile against the black background create a sense of fluidity and elegance, reinforcing the timeless quality of Katz's style.
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Alex KatzSara, 2012
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Alex KatzSophie, 2012
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Alex KatzDiana, 2014
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Alex KatzChance, 2016
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Alex KatzNicole, 2016
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Alex KatzNicole, 2016
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Alex KatzSasha 1, 2016
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Alex KatzEyes Open Eyes Closed, 2017
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Alex KatzLaura 1, 2017
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Alex KatzMarisa, 2017
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Alex KatzThe Red Band, 2017
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Alex KatzTrio, 2017
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Alex KatzAda in Spain, 2018
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Alex KatzVivien X 5, 2018
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Alex KatzYellow Laura , 2018
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Alex KatzBlue Umbrella 2, 2020
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Alex KatzAriel 3, 2021
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Alex KatzAriel 4 , 2021
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Alex KatzAriel 5, 2021
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Alex KatzBlack and White Dancer , 2021
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Alex KatzPurple Dancer, 2021
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 6, 2022
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 5, 2022
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 2, 2021
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 1, 2021
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Alex KatzHalsey , 2022
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Alex KatzHalsey, 2023
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Alex KatzStraw Hat 2, 2022
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Alex KatzStraw Hat 3, 2022
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Alex KatzBlack Hats IV, 2012
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Alex KatzRed Dancer, 2019
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Alex KatzDancer 1, 2019
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Alex KatzAriel 1, 2021
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Alex KatzDancer 2, 2019
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Alex KatzAriel 4 & 5, 2021
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Alex KatzAriel 2, 2021
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Alex KatzDaniel, 2016
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Alex KatzLaura 3, 2018
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Alex KatzElizabeth II, 2013
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Alex KatzDaniel Black & White , 2016
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Alex KatzJavier, 2013
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Alex KatzMeghan , 2013
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Alex KatzLaura x 4, 2018
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Alex KatzHomage To Degas, 2020
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Alex KatzPorcelain beauty 4, 2022
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Alex KatzRed Dancer 1, 2019
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Alex KatzSunrise 1, 2022
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Alex KatzPorcelain beauty 3, 2022
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Alex KatzStraw Hat 1, 202
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Alex KatzSunrise 2, 2022
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