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Eunice Katz
Eunice Katz “Woman Preparing a Meal” – Mid-Century Modernist Figurative Art

$1,650
£1,258.38
€1,449.98
CA$2,356.98
A$2,591.23
CHF 1,339.45
MX$31,005.77
NOK 16,910.24
SEK 15,853.83
DKK 10,829.26

About the Item

This compelling original modernist acrylic on canvas by American artist Eunice Katz presents an evocative scene of an elderly woman seated and preparing a meal over a large pot. Painted in a warm, earthy palette of beige, yellow, brown, green, and gray, the composition radiates quiet dignity and introspection. Katz masterfully balances figurative realism and abstraction, using expressive brushwork and simplified forms to convey both narrative intimacy and emotional depth. Signed by the artist in the lower left corner, the work is elegantly displayed in its vintage hardwood frame, which enhances its mid-century aesthetic and timeless appeal. Blending influences of American modernism and social realism, this piece reflects Katz’s sensitivity to everyday human experiences, celebrating labor, resilience, and the poetry of ordinary life. Its textured surface and subdued tones draw the viewer into a contemplative moment that transcends time and place. A striking example of 20th-century modernist painting, this work exemplifies the period’s expressive fusion of color, form, and emotion, making it a perfect addition for collectors of mid-century, modernist, or figurative American art.
  • Creator:
    Eunice Katz (1827 - 2008, American)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Framing:
    Frame Included
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 281711stDibs: LU27316038502

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