1) Vivien; 2) Ada
Alex Katz, 2009–2012
Depicting Alex KatzÂ’s daughter-in-law Vivien and wife, Ada, these recent charcoal drawings highlight the importance of family and friends in KatzÂ’s art. A third work, the 1998 cartoon drawing Sailing (Mary Jane), was gifted to mima by the artist.
More information
Title of artwork, date
1) Vivien; 2) Ada, 2009–2012
Date supported
2014
Medium and material
Charcoal on paper;
Dimensions
1) 38.7 x 57.2 cm; 2) 57.2 x 38.7 cm
Grant
5400
Total cost
24500
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