8th October 2016
Georgia O'Keeffe - A rare opportunity to see over 100 remarkable paintings by this pioneer of twentieth-century art... what a treat
Georgia O’Keeffe is best known for her paintings of magnified flowers, animal skulls, and New Mexico desert landscapes. This excellent exhibition brings together some of her most important works, including Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 1932, the most expensive painting by a female artist ever sold at auction.
Making her debut a century ago, in 1916, O’Keeffe was immediately recognised as a trailblazing artist, while today her legacy as an American art icon and a pioneer of twentieth-century art is widely recognised.
From the Faraway Nearby, 1937
Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1, 1932
It's unbelievable to think that there are no works by O’Keeffe in UK public collections... This exhibition is a rare chance to see the beauty and skill of her remarkable paintings outside the US.
We reallly enjoyed this well curated show at Tate Modern. A beautiful collection of works that fully demonstrated the artistic talent of this fascinating artist. Georgia used colour and large, often simplistic forms to tell complex visual stories... We left the gallery with big smiles. It was great to enjoy this show with Carl and Annette.
9 out of 10.
