Alex Katz – Vincent (1972)

Vincent (1972)

Artist: Alex Katz (b. 1927)
Medium: Lithograph (screenprint in colors) on simili-parchment
Dimensions: 37.9 × 53.1 cm
Edition: 120
Signature: Hand-signed
Printer: Simca Print Artists Ltd.
Publisher: Brooke Alexander Inc., New York
Literature: Schröder 64

Description: Alex Katz’s Vincent (1972) exemplifies the artist’s refined portraiture, characterized by flat planes of color and an economy of detail that heightens the immediacy of the image. Printed by Simca Print Artists Ltd. and published by Brooke Alexander Inc., New York, this screenprint in colors on simili-parchment is part of a limited edition of 120. Each impression is hand-signed by Katz and catalogued in Schröder 64. The work reflects Katz’s minimalist yet bold visual language that has made him a central figure in contemporary American art.

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FAQ

Is this an original Alex Katz edition?
Yes. Vincent (1972) is an original color screenprint (often catalogued as a lithograph/screenprint hybrid) published by Brooke Alexander Inc., New York.

Is the work hand-signed by the artist?
Yes. Each impression in the edition of 120 is hand-signed by Alex Katz.

How rare is this print?
The edition is limited to 120 impressions, making it one of Katz’s more sought-after early 1970s portraits.

Is the work listed in the catalogue raisonné?
Yes. It is fully documented in Schröder 64, the definitive catalogue raisonné of Katz’s prints.

Who printed and published the work?
It was printed by Simca Print Artists Ltd. and published by Brooke Alexander Inc., New York, one of Katz’s most important early print publishers.

What technique and paper were used?
The work is executed as a screenprint in colors on simili-parchment, a fine, smooth paper often used for high-quality prints in the period.

Is the work in good condition?
Yes. The piece is in excellent condition and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Why is this print significant?
Vincent highlights Katz’s iconic portrait style: flat planes of color, crisp contours, and a strong graphic presence. Works from this era are foundational to his reputation in contemporary portraiture.

Do you ship internationally?
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✔ Worldwide shipping from France
✔ Full insurance
✔ Professional, secure packaging
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