
Alex Katz
116.5 x 77.5 cm
Alex Katz's Laura 1 is a compelling portrait that captures the elegance and poise of a woman named Laura. Rendered in Katz's signature minimalist style, the artwork features a close-up profile view of Laura set against a stark black background. This high-contrast composition accentuates the clean lines and simplified forms that are characteristic of Katz's work.
Laura is depicted with a serene and contemplative expression, her face turned slightly upward and away from the viewer. Her dark hair frames her face, highlighting her features with precision and clarity. The red lipstick and subtle yellow accents on her nails add vibrant touches of color, drawing attention to her lips and hand. The white strap of her top provides a further contrast, emphasizing the smooth contours of her neck and shoulder.
Katz's use of flat, unmodulated colors and minimal shading focuses the viewer's attention on the essential elements of the portrait. The simplicity of the composition allows the viewer to engage deeply with Laura's calm demeanor and refined beauty. The black background enhances the overall impact of the portrait, isolating Laura and creating a sense of timeless elegance.
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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 KatzHalsey, 2023
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Alex KatzHalsey , 2022
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 1, 2021
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 2, 2021
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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 KatzNicole, 2023
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 5, 2022
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Alex KatzPorcelain Beauty 6, 2022
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Alex KatzThe Red Band, 2017
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Alex KatzMarisa, 2017
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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 KatzTrio, 2017
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Alex KatzAda in Spain, 2018
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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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Alex KatzBlack and White Dancer , 2021
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Alex KatzPurple Dancer, 2021
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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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