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Copyright William Clift
Georgia O'Keeffe, New Mexico
Copyright William Clift
Copyright William Clift
Copyright William Clift

Georgia O'Keeffe, New Mexico

Artist (American, born 1944)
Model (American, 1887 - 1986)
Date1981
Mediumgelatin silver photograph on paper, drymounted to mat board
DimensionsImage: 19 × 13 1/4 inches (48.3 × 33.7 cm)
Mat: 29 × 23 inches (73.7 × 58.4 cm)
Frame: 35 × 29 inches (88.9 × 73.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Rob Clark in honor of Sarah E. Boehme, Ph.D., 2016
Object number2016.1.1
ClassificationsPhotographs
Label TextWilliam Clift’s photograph presents a study of stark simplicity. Clift photographed Georgia O’Keeffe in black and white at her home in Abiquiu, New Mexico. He portrayed the revered artist toward the end of her life. His composition adds to the aura of dignity. Clift’s image echoes the aesthetics of his subject.
ProvenanceRichard Shenk; descent through family; Private collection, Dallas; purchased November 2015 though (Heritage Auction, Dallas, Texas)[1] by James Robert Clark (Rob Clark); gift to the Nelda C. and H.J. Lutcher Stark Foundation; accessioned to the Stark Museum of Art | 1. Auction 5220, November 13, 2015, Heritage Auction, Dallas Texas, LOT #74129
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