{"title":"R B Kitaj","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-man-of-the-woods-and-the-cat-of-the-mountains-r-b-kitaj","title":"The Man of the Woods and the Cat of the Mountains - R. B. Kitaj","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1963 oil painting by R. B. Kitaj, featuring a surreal, flattened interior scene with enigmatic figures and a bold, saturated colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Man of the Woods and the Cat of the Mountains, painted in 1963, represents the distinctive approach of R. B. Kitaj to figurative art. During this period, Kitaj moved away from the strictures of pure abstraction, opting instead for a method that incorporated literary references, historical allusions, and personal iconography. The composition features a flattened, stage-like interior space, characteristic of his early work, where disparate elements coexist in a dreamlike arrangement.\n\nIn this piece, the artist employs a palette dominated by ochre, deep red, and violet. The figures are rendered with a sense of ambiguity, their forms appearing almost collaged against the background. A central figure, partially obscured by a feline form, gazes outward, while a second, smaller head appears behind it, suggesting a narrative layer that remains intentionally elusive. The inclusion of domestic details, such as the light bulb and the calendar, grounds the scene in a recognisable, if distorted, reality. Kitaj often utilised such visual cues to prompt the viewer to construct their own meaning from the juxtaposition of objects and figures.\n\nTechnically, the work demonstrates the artist's interest in the interplay between graphic clarity and painterly texture. The application of paint varies from thin, translucent washes to more opaque, saturated areas, creating a sense of depth that contradicts the overall flatness of the pictorial plane. This painting reflects the intellectual rigour Kitaj brought to his practice, where the act of looking is treated as an active, analytical process. By avoiding a singular, didactic message, the work remains open to interpretation, inviting the viewer to engage with the visual puzzles presented within the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/two-whiting-patrick-caulfield\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eTwo Whiting - Patrick Caulfield — Patrick Caulfield\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/madonna-and-child-allan-darcangelo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child - Allan D'Arcangelo — Allan D'Arcangelo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R. B. Kitaj","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57869758660943,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57869760594255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57869760627023,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Man-of-the-Woods-and-the-Cat-of-the-Mountains_Poster_CompositorV1_1780796291046.jpg?v=1780798008"},{"product_id":"america-baseball-r-b-kitaj","title":"America (Baseball) - R. B. Kitaj","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dynamic, painterly exploration of baseball as a cultural symbol, featuring loose brushwork and a unique, high-angle perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIn this work, R. B. Kitaj explores the cultural mythology of the United States through the lens of its national pastime. The composition presents a baseball game in progress, yet the scene avoids a literal or documentary approach. Instead, the artist employs a high-angle perspective that flattens the field, turning the diamond into a stage for a chaotic, dreamlike sequence of athletic activity. The figures are rendered with loose, gestural brushwork, suggesting movement and the passage of time rather than static poses.\n\nKitaj, an American artist who spent much of his career in Britain, often engaged with themes of identity, history, and literature. Here, the blue expanse of the field contrasts with the warm, golden tones of the surrounding hills, creating a visual tension between the artificiality of the game and the natural world. The foreground features observers, including a figure in a hat who appears to watch the proceedings with a detached, almost melancholic air. This framing device invites the viewer to consider the act of looking at American culture from a distance.\n\nThe painting reflects the artist's interest in collage-like arrangements, where disparate elements coexist within a single frame. By layering figures and blurring the boundaries between players, Kitaj captures the frenetic energy of the sport while simultaneously questioning the stability of the American narrative. The work avoids a singular focus, encouraging the eye to wander across the field, tracing the interactions of the players and the atmospheric shifts in the sky. It is a complex meditation on the symbols that define a nation, rendered with a painterly sensibility that prioritises mood and subjective experience over precise representation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/real-gold-eduardo-paolozzi\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eReal Gold - Eduardo Paolozzi — Eduardo Paolozzi\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/madonna-and-child-allan-darcangelo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child - Allan D'Arcangelo — Allan D'Arcangelo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R. B. Kitaj","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57885019832655,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57885031924047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57885031956815,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/America-Baseball-_Poster_CompositorV1_1781052966187.jpg?v=1781053118"},{"product_id":"the-friendship-and-the-shadow-of-betrayal-r-b-kitaj","title":"The Friendship and the Shadow of Betrayal - R. B. Kitaj","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking figurative composition by R. B. Kitaj, featuring four figures rendered in bold, flat colours and expressive brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRonald Brooks Kitaj, an American painter who spent much of his career in Britain, produced this work during the 1960s. The composition features four figures viewed from behind, standing before a large, rectangular frame or window. The figures are rendered with bold, gestural brushwork and flat areas of saturated colour, reflecting the artist's engagement with the visual language of Pop Art and his interest in literary and historical narratives.\n\nKitaj often employed a collage-like approach to his canvases, combining disparate visual elements to suggest complex, often ambiguous, psychological states. In this piece, the figures are positioned in a way that suggests a shared experience, yet the title introduces a sense of tension and narrative uncertainty. The use of stark outlines and the deliberate exclusion of facial features force the viewer to focus on the posture and the arrangement of the subjects within the pictorial space. The background remains largely abstract, consisting of a white expanse bordered by a red frame, which serves to isolate the figures and heighten the sense of theatricality.\n\nThis work demonstrates the artist's ability to synthesise personal observation with broader cultural references. The application of paint is varied, ranging from thin, sketch-like marks to thicker, more opaque passages. By avoiding traditional perspective, Kitaj creates a flattened, graphic quality that aligns with the aesthetic concerns of his contemporaries in the London art scene. The work remains an example of his approach to figurative painting, where the subject matter is frequently obscured or fragmented to invite multiple interpretations from the observer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/free-south-africa-keith-haring\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFree South Africa - Keith Haring — Keith Haring\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mushroom-dreamscape-yayoi-kusama\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMushroom Dreamscape - Yayoi Kusama — Yayoi Kusama\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R. B. Kitaj","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976032919887,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976057266511,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":57976057299279,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Friendship-and-the-Shadow-of-Betrayal_Poster_CompositorV1_1781834407637.jpg?v=1781834560"},{"product_id":"the-jewish-school-drawing-a-golem-r-b-kitaj","title":"The Jewish School (Drawing a Golem) - R. B. Kitaj","description":"\u003cp\u003eA figurative work by R. B. Kitaj, exploring themes of Jewish identity and the act of creation through the lens of the Golem legend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eR. B. Kitaj, a central figure in the School of London, often explored themes of Jewish identity and history within his work. The Jewish School (Drawing a Golem) presents a scene that blends academic study with mythological allusion. The composition is divided into distinct zones: a student leans against a brick structure on the left, while another figure occupies a desk in the centre. To the right, a student engages with a chalkboard, sketching a figure that evokes the legend of the Golem. \n\nThe palette is dominated by ochre and yellow tones, which create a sense of enclosure and warmth, contrasted against the darker, cooler blues of the clothing. Kitaj employs a gestural, expressive application of paint, where the figures appear somewhat flattened against the textured background. This approach avoids traditional perspective, instead prioritising the psychological weight of the subjects. The presence of the Golem, a creature brought to life through mystical means, serves as a recurring motif in Kitaj's exploration of cultural memory and the act of creation itself. \n\nKitaj's work frequently incorporates literary and historical references, requiring the viewer to engage with the narrative layers present in the scene. The figures are rendered with a deliberate lack of polish, reflecting the artist's interest in the raw, human quality of his subjects. By placing the act of drawing at the centre of the composition, Kitaj invites reflection on the relationship between artistic practice and the transmission of cultural heritage. This piece is representative of his later period, where his focus shifted toward more personal and thematic investigations of his own background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mushroom-dreamscape-yayoi-kusama\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMushroom Dreamscape - Yayoi Kusama — Yayoi Kusama\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kimiko-andy-warhol\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKimiko - Andy Warhol — Andy Warhol\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R. 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B. Kitaj","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking figurative work by R. B. Kitaj, exploring themes of history and tension through expressive pastel forms and a moody, atmospheric palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRonald Brooks Kitaj, an American painter who spent much of his career in Britain, produced this work during a period of intense engagement with political history and personal identity. The composition features three figures arranged in a shallow, stage-like space, rendered with the soft, granular texture characteristic of his pastel technique. The central figure, a robust woman in a dark swimsuit, stands with a sense of looming presence, while the flanking figures appear caught in a moment of quiet, perhaps apprehensive, observation. A black cat occupies the foreground, adding an element of domestic tension to the scene.\n\nKitaj often drew upon a wide array of literary, historical, and cinematic references to construct his visual narratives. In this piece, the title suggests a thematic concern with the encroaching shadows of twentieth-century political upheaval. The artist employs a palette of muted earth tones contrasted with sharp, saturated reds and deep blacks, creating a sense of unease. His approach to the human form is deliberate, favouring expressive distortion over anatomical precision. This method allows the figures to function as archetypes within a broader, often ambiguous, historical allegory.\n\nThe work reflects the artist's interest in the intersection of private life and public catastrophe. By placing these figures in an indeterminate setting, Kitaj invites the viewer to consider the ways in which historical forces permeate the everyday. The composition is balanced yet unsettling, with the figures positioned to suggest a narrative that remains just out of reach. This print captures the tactile quality of the original pastel, preserving the layered application of colour and the distinct, calligraphic outlines that define Kitaj's mature style. It is a compelling example of his ability to weave complex intellectual concerns into a singular, evocative image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mushroom-dreamscape-yayoi-kusama\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMushroom Dreamscape - Yayoi Kusama — Yayoi Kusama\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/kimiko-andy-warhol\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eKimiko - Andy Warhol — Andy Warhol\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R. 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B. Kitaj","description":"\u003cp\u003eA complex, collage-style composition by R. B. Kitaj, blending figurative elements with text and abstract motifs to explore political and historical themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtists for Peace (1967) is a characteristic example of R. B. Kitaj's approach to painting during the 1960s. The work functions as a visual collage, incorporating disparate elements that reflect the artist's interest in political history, literature, and personal iconography. Kitaj, an American painter who spent much of his career in Britain, often utilised a non-linear narrative structure, placing figures and symbols across a large, open field of white canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition avoids a single focal point, instead inviting the viewer to navigate between various vignettes. These include schematic figures, text-based elements, and framed scenes that suggest a fragmented reality. The use of collage, combined with oil paint, allows for a layering of textures and meanings. This technique creates a sense of intellectual inquiry, where the viewer must piece together the relationships between the individual components. The work reflects the political climate of the late 1960s, a period marked by social unrest and the search for new forms of expression in the visual arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitaj's style here is marked by a deliberate tension between the finished and the unfinished. Some areas contain detailed figurative work, while others remain sparse, consisting only of outlines or abstract marks. This variation in density contributes to the overall rhythm of the piece. The palette is restrained, relying on the stark white background to provide clarity for the scattered motifs. By juxtaposing historical references with contemporary political concerns, the artist creates a dialogue that extends beyond the frame. This print captures the complexity of Kitaj's practice, offering a glimpse into the intellectual rigour that defined his contribution to the London art scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/les-demoiselles-davignon-vues-de-derriere-patrick-caulfield\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eLes Demoiselles d'Avignon vues de derrière - Patrick Caulfield — Patrick Caulfield\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/mushroom-dreamscape-yayoi-kusama\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMushroom Dreamscape - Yayoi Kusama — Yayoi Kusama\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"R. 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