R. B. Kitaj

Kitaj, Ronald Brooks
American, 1932 - 2007

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The image contains a black line drawing of a large oval shape enclosing a rectilinear form with a smaller, irregular cut-out at its center, set against a vibrant red background.
R. B. Kitaj, Robert Creeley, Graphis, A Day Book, 1972, portfolio of 9 screenprints, 4 etchings, and 1 lithograph with colophon and text pages, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.1-14

A Day Book

R. B. Kitaj, Robert Creeley, Graphis · 1972 · portfolio of 9 screenprints, 4 etchings, and 1 lithograph with colophon and text pages ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.1-14
This is a painting divided into three sections. The upper left segment shows a photograph of two red hats on a flat surface outdoors. In the central section, the text "AVIATOR" is displayed in capital letters. In the lower right corner, there is a sketch-like drawing of a face wearing aviator goggles. The red hats have unique designs, with one hat featuring an elongated brim. The word "AVIATOR" appears to connect the components, suggesting a theme related to flight or air travel. The black and white face drawing may symbolize a classic aviator, possibly connecting to early 20th-century flight history. The style resembles R.B. Kitaj's work, combining photographic and graphic elements with textual nuances.
R. B. Kitaj, Ron Olds, James Webb, Gemini G.E.L., Aviator, 1971, lithograph with adhered photograph on Special Arjomari wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1990.27.37

Aviator

R. B. Kitaj, Ron Olds, James Webb, Gemini G.E.L. · 1971 · lithograph with adhered photograph on Special Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1990.27.37
The image depicts a profile portrait of a person facing left. The person has a prominent jawline and mustache, with stylized facial features in solid lines and flat shading. The hair is shoulder-length and dark with lighter highlights. The clothing includes a high, ornate collar with decorative patterns and the shoulder shows textured, detailed elements. The background is plain beige.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis, Untitled, 1970-1972, color screenprint on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.1

Untitled

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.1
The image depicts the face of a person in a stylized, graphic manner. The head is positioned forward against a grey background. Facial features such as eyes, nose, and mouth are shown in red, while the hair is depicted in deep blue. The person's expression is neutral. The background is plain textured grey, with a block of text in the bottom right corner.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis, Aunt Bernice, 1970-1972, color screenprint on gray laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.7

Aunt Bernice

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · color screenprint on gray laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.7
The image shows the profile of a woman's face and neck against a light pink background. The woman is positioned in profile, facing leftwards with her head slightly tilted upwards. Her facial features include a slightly upturned nose, full lips, and a pronounced chin. Her hair appears to be shoulder-length and styled in a smooth, voluminous manner, colored in a deep blue hue, contrasting with the pinkish tone of her face. Below her portrait, there is green text that reads, "MRS GUTIERREZ DESCRIBES WHAT THE DOCTOR TOLD HER," and it is signed "Kitaj 119/200" to the right side of the text. The background is simple and unadorned, maintaining the same subtle pink color across the canvas.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis, Mrs. Gutierrez Describes What the Doctor Told Her, 1970-1972, color screenprint on canvas, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.2

Mrs. Gutierrez Describes What the Doctor Told Her

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · color screenprint on canvas ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.2
The image shows a profile view of a woman's head, stopping at the neck, facing right. The woman has a straight nose, slightly smiling lips, and orange hair styled in waves. Her facial features are in pink with shadows for depth, contrasting with the hair color. The background is a solid, muted lavender color. Text in the artwork says "INSIDE SHE WAS A GIRL STILL," with some abstract markings and lines.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis, Inside She Was a Girl Still, 1970-1972, color screenprint on purple wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.5

Inside She Was a Girl Still

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · color screenprint on purple wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.5
The image consists of curved and angular shapes, divided by a diagonal line into green and red sections. It features textures and patterns resembling a classical bust, with the green shape below suggesting a person's shoulders and back. The artwork juxtaposes various textures and colors, creating a dynamic interplay between the abstract and the recognizable.
R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis, But That Was in Another Country and Besides, the Wench is Dead, 1970-1972, color photo-etching and screenprint on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.4

But That Was in Another Country and Besides, the Wench is Dead

R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · color photo-etching and screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.4
The image depicts a minimalist representation of a human face at the center of the canvas. The face is shown slightly tilted down and to the side. The features are simple and outlined, without much detail. The hair is depicted as a black shape around the top of the head, contrasting with the background. The background is mostly muted green with a textured reddish-brown area near the head. At the bottom, there is a red strip with text reading "I. A. RICHARDS" and additional text about language systems.
R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis, I. A. Richards: His Use of the Tensions in Language Systems, 1970-1972, color screenprint on green laid paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.8

I. A. Richards: His Use of the Tensions in Language Systems

R. B. Kitaj, Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · color screenprint on green laid paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.8
The image is a black and white drawing of a person's head with a closely cropped hairstyle. The face is depicted with bold lines highlighting the eyes, nose, and lips. The person's eyes are large and looking upward and to the side. The background is plain and light cream colored. Below the head, the text reads "DINE" in bold, uppercase font, followed by "FROZEN AND BRUISED" in a thinner uppercase style. The drawing has a simplistic and stylized aesthetic, emphasizing the facial expression.
R. B. Kitaj, Atelier Mourlot, Graphis, Dine: Frozen and Bruised, 1970-1972, lithograph in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.9

Dine: Frozen and Bruised

R. B. Kitaj, Atelier Mourlot, Graphis · 1970-1972 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.9
The image shows a series of rectangular blocks and lines intersecting and overlapping to create a grid pattern. Towards the bottom, there is a section resembling an industrial complex or urban layout. On the right side, a figure with a face similar to a mask or a mannequin head is depicted with a red hue on the top.
R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis, Untitled, 1970-1972, photo-etching in black with color screenprint on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Raymond W. Merritt, 1977), 2015.19.2623.12

Untitled

R. B. Kitaj, White Ink Ltd., Kelpra Studio, Graphis · 1970-1972 · photo-etching in black with color screenprint on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.2623.12