R.B. Kitaj: London to Los Angeles

R.B. Kitaj's book London to Los Angeles explores the relationship between his art and the places he lived, with 43 paintings and drawings and three essays describing his lives in London and Los Angeles. It also includes extended excerpts from Kitaj's letters to Marco Livingstone, published for the first time.

Format: Hardback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2023
Publisher: Piano Nobile Publications

London to Los Angeles delves into the intricate connection between R.B. Kitaj's artistic creations and the diverse locations that shaped his life. This groundbreaking publication, marking the first significant exploration of the artist in over a decade, offers a comprehensive chronology of Kitaj's career. Released in conjunction with the Piano Nobiles exhibition of the same name, the book showcases a remarkable collection of 43 paintings and drawings, accompanied by detailed catalogue entries that contain original research, often presenting fresh insights into Kitaj's artistic sources and subjects.

The book comprises three insightful essays that delve into the artist's experiences in London and Los Angeles. Andrew Dempsey explores Kitaj's profound relationships with fellow artists, institutions, and art critics during his thirty-eight-year tenure in London. Colin Wiggins, who collaborated with Kitaj on his National Gallery exhibition in 2001, sheds light on the artist's remarkable decade in Los Angeles. Additionally, Marco Livingstone reminisces about the extensive correspondence he shared with Kitaj, which is now preserved in the Tate Archive and published here for the first time.

Furthermore, the book includes extended excerpts from Kitaj's letters to Livingstone, offering a rare glimpse into the artist's personal thoughts and insights. London to Los Angeles is a testament to Kitaj's enduring legacy and a must-read for art enthusiasts and scholars alike.

Dimension: 288 x 248 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781901192643