Items Similar to Ornette by African American Artist Bai, Colorful Work on Paper
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10
Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)Ornette by African American Artist Bai, Colorful Work on Paper2024
2024
About the Item
A muted color acrylic and oil pastel of an androgenous subject with Modigliani eyes, Ornette by African American artist Bai is an enigmatic portrait made on 15” x 11” etching paper. The muted tones, dominated by earthy shades, are rich in texture.
Ornetta remains a quiet, mysterious portrait that invites reflection and interpretation. The subject's eyes in the style of Modigliani are almond-shaped and slightly asymmetrical, with a deep, introspective gaze that draws the viewer in. The figure's features blur the boundaries of gender.
Ships unframed.
In the artist's words:
"Colour becomes symbols I use to reflect emotional states that humans experience – reds for the violent past, blues, greens for the peace to come, and yellow and oranges for the bright future ahead. The latter is not guaranteed in my paintings. However, I think peace is attainable in life." ~Carl Karni-Bain (BAI), Harlem, New York City
*****
Artist's Bio:
For three decades BAI (Carl Karni-Bain) 1959- has exhibited in the San Francisco Bay Area, North Carolina, and New York City. As an artist in over two dozen international art fairs since 2003, BAI has garnered an audience worldwide. In 2013 Thelma Golden, Director of The Studio Museum of Harlem selected BAI as one of the top 10 artists working in Harlem, New York City. He was also selected as one of the top 50 artists living in Manhattan.
Bai's work is in private and public collections, including the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, NC, The Harrison Museum of African American Culture, Roanoke, VA, among others. In 2022 Bai’s work was chosen and sold at a Christie’s auction 100 Years of Harlem: Resonating Around The World.
Carl Karni-Bain's work is included in numerous international art fairs including Miami, London, New York City, Hong Kong, and San Diego.
******
Available exclusively at 99Prints in New York City, an art marketplace for today’s collectors, offering original photography, contemporary art, and curated works on paper. 99Prints ships worldwide.
- Creator:Bai (Carl Karni-Bain) (1959, American)
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:New york, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 99Prints1stDibs: LU746315135402
Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)
For three decades BAI (Carl Karni-Bain) 1959- has exhibited regularly in the San Francisco Bay Area, North Carolina, and New York City. As an artist in over two dozen international art fairs since 2003, BAI has garnered an audience worldwide. In 2013 Thelma Golden, Director of The Studio Museum of Harlem selected BAI as one of the top 10 artists working in Harlem, New York City. He was also selected as one of the top 50 artists living in Manhattan. In 2022 Bai’s work was selected and sold at a Christie’s auction 100 Years of Harlem: Resonating Around The World. Bai's work is in private and public collections, including the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, NC, The Harrison Museum of African American Culture, Roanoke, VA, among others. Carl Karni-Bain's work has been included in numerous international art fairs including Miami, London, New York City, Hong Kong, and San Diego.
About the Seller
4.9
Gold Seller
Premium sellers maintaining a 4.3+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2012
1stDibs seller since 2017
133 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: New york, NY
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllMarcita by African American Artist Bai, Colorful Painting on Paper
By Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)
Located in New york, NY
A colorful acrylic and oil pastel Picassoesque portrait of a woman with a daisy tiara, Marcita, 2025 by African American artist Bai is 15” x 11” drawing/painting on watercolor paper...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Acrylic, Oil Pastel, Rag Paper
Black Indian Chief by African-American Artist, Contemporary Painting on Paper
By Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)
Located in New york, NY
A work by contemporary African-American artist Bai (Carl Karni-Bain) a portrait of a black indigenous Indian chief. Acrylic, oil pastel, and ballpoint pen, The Black Indian Chief, 20...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Rag Paper, Ballpoint Pen
Abstract Figurative Work on Paper, Portrait of Paris
By a.muse
Located in New york, NY
Portrait of Paris, 2019 by a.muse is a colorful mixed-media painting on paper, an homage to the Trojan prince in Greek mythology.
Acrylic, pastel, and watercolor sticks, the paintin...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Mixed Media, Acrylic, Archival Paper, Oil Pastel
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Live Composition I by African American Artist Bai, Painting on Paper
By Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)
Located in New york, NY
Bright with pastel colors Live Composition I, 2024 by African American artist Bai is a 30” x 22” abstract acrylic and oil pastel work on paper. Rendered in a primitive art style that...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Prints
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Rag Paper, Ballpoint Pen
Live Composition II by African American Artist Bai, Work on Paper
By Bai (Carl Karni-Bain)
Located in New york, NY
In contrasting colors that pop Live Composition II, 2024 by African American artist Bai is a 30” x 22” abstract acrylic, oil pastel, and ballpoint pen work on paper, presented in an ...
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Prints
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Rag Paper, Ballpoint Pen
Bright Colored Collage Work on Paper, Yellow Hair by a.muse
By a.muse
Located in New york, NY
Yellow Hair, 2021 by a.muse is a collage work on paper. The subject of the small collage painting is a sun-kissed nude with yellow hair at home ...
Category
2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Pen, Archival Paper
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
You May Also Like
"Mars and Venus" by Anna Pennati, acrylic on canvas, 2015
Located in Milano, MI
"Marte e Venere" - 2015
Never Exhibited
Exclusively on 1stdibs
measures are referred to the painting.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Oil Pastel, Ink, Acrylic
Feelings - Figurative work on paper with ballerinas and text
Located in East Quogue, NY
Original mixed media work on paper by Adam Baranello.
Mixed media, acrylic, spray paint on canvas.
Size 17 x 14 in.
Offered unframed. Ships rolled
Multidisciplinary artist Adam Ba...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
Enamor - Figurative work on paper with text
Located in East Quogue, NY
Original mixed media work on paper by Adam Baranello.
Mixed media, acrylic, spray paint on canvas.
Size 17 x 14 in.
Offered unframed. Ships rolled
Multidisciplinary artist Adam Ba...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel, Ink, Mixed Media, Spray Paint, Acrylic
"Deseo" by Anna Pennati
Located in Milano, MI
This work by Anna Pennati is part of a series of works the artist has dedicated to Spanish poets.
This one is inspired by a passage from a poem by Luis Ce...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Canvas
"Walk, " Figurative Oil Pastel and Acrylic on Paper signed by Reginald K. Gee
By Reginald K. Gee
Located in Milwaukee, WI
"Walk" is an original oil pastel and acrylic painting on paper by Reginald K. Gee. The artist signed the piece on the back. This piece features a line of three people walking in fron...
Category
1990s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Oil Pastel, Acrylic
Original Figurative Portrait Painting by Cuban Artist Juan Carlos Vazquez Lima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ARTIST— Juan Carlos Vazquez Lima
Juan Carlos was born in Havana Cuba June 30th 1986. He Studied at Eduardo Garcia Delgado School of Art. He currently lives and works in Havana.
PAI...
Category
2010s Pop Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic, Ballpoint Pen
$2,080 Sale Price
20% Off
Free Shipping
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
African American Art Work
Africa American Artists
African American Oil Painting
Oil Paintings African American Subjects
The Golden Future Of America
Modigliani Portrait
Harrison Oil Original
African American Art Pen Drawing
Modigliani 1959
Modigliani Etchings
Young Oil
Bears In Art
Contemporary Small Painting
Garden Of Time
Unknown Artist Signed
Paintings Of Rivers
Art Simple Paintings
Modern Art Orange