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Georgia O'Keeffe (1887-1986) was an American artist known for her distinctive and innovative paintings of flowers, landscapes, and abstract forms. Born in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, O'Keeffe studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Art Students League in New York City before embarking on her career as an artist.O'Keeffe's early works were influenced by Precisionism and Synchromism, but she found her artistic voice in the 1920s with her iconic paintings of enlarged flowers, which she rendered with bold colors and abstracted forms. These flower paintings, such as "Black Iris" (1926) and "Red Poppy No. VI" (1928), are celebrated for their sensual beauty and intimate perspective.In addition to her floral paintings, O'Keeffe was also known for her striking landscapes, particularly those of the American Southwest. She was inspired by the vast, open spaces of the desert, which she captured with a sense of reverence and awe. Her paintings of the New Mexico landscape, such as "Pedernal, Red Hills, No. II" (1936) and "From the Plains II" (1954), are renowned for their evocative depiction of light, color, and form.O'Keeffe's work is characterized by its simplicity, clarity, and attention to detail. She was interested in exploring the essence of her subjects, whether they were flowers, landscapes, or abstract shapes, and she often reduced them to their most essential forms and colors.Throughout her long and prolific career, O'Keeffe remained committed to her artistic vision, experimenting with different techniques and styles while staying true to her unique artistic voice. She became one of the most celebrated and influential artists of the 20th century, admired for her innovative approach to painting and her pioneering role as a woman artist in a male-dominated art world. Her legacy continues to inspire artists and art lovers around the world, and her paintings are cherished for their timeless beauty and emotional resonance.Measures 38.0 x 45.8.
