Strawhat 1, 2022

The limited edition print, “Strawhat 1” by Alex Katz, captures the essence of summer with its captivating close-up of a beautiful woman wearing a straw hat. The woman’s vibrant red lips and expressive, large eyes draw the viewer in, while the dynamic brushstrokes emphasize the straw hat’s texture and structure. As a recurring motif in Katz’s work, the hat serves to highlight the subject’s personality while grounding them in contemporary culture. The half-visible face and the dramatic, cinematic quality of the portrait demonstrate the artist’s mastery of capturing intimate moments in a modern and evocative manner.