
Untitled (Elizabeth),
2008
Gideon Rubin
Painting : gouache
11 x 7 cm 4.3 x 2.8 inch
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Hand-signed by artist
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Dimensions cm • inch
11 x 7 cm 4.3 x 2.8 inch Height x Width x Depth
Support
Framing
White frame with glass
Artwork dimensions including frame
29 x 25 cm 11.4 x 9.8 inch
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Artwork location: Germany
This artwork showcases a faceless figure rendered in a minimalist yet evocative style, which draws the viewer's attention to the subject's attire and posture over individual identity. The figure is elegantly attired in a one-shoulder, deep mauve dress, characterized by dynamic brush strokes that create a sense of movement and fluidity, reminiscent of a luxurious fabric draping naturally around the body. The dress features a subtle yet sophisticated sheen, enhancing its visual appeal and hinting at the richness of the material. The flowing design of the garment, with its carefully detailed folds and contours, suggests a sense of grace and effortless elegance. In one hand, the figure clutches a small black clutch purse, a classic accessory that complements the dress without overpowering it. The subject's hair, painted in soft waves of golden brown, cascades gently over the shoulders, adding an additional layer of texture to the composition. The faceless aspect of the figure invites viewers to project their own interpretations and identities onto the artwork, fostering a personal connection and engagement with the piece. Set against a muted, neutral background, the figure stands out prominently, ensuring that all attention remains focused on the central subject. This deliberate choice of a subdued backdrop serves to accentuate the vibrant colors and intricate details of the figure's attire and accessories. Overall, this artwork is a compelling study of elegance and anonymity, blending simplicity with intricate detailing to create a piece that is both visually striking and thought-provoking.
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FRANK FLUEGEL GALERIE • Germany
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Gideon Rubin has had numerous international solo exhibitions; most recently: The Anatomy of Seeing and Fox Jensen McCrory, Auckland (2024), Substance to Shadows at Anat Ebgi, Los Angeles (2023), 13 at Galleria Monica De Cardenas (2023), The Last Day of Summer at Maho Kubota, Tokyo (2023), A Summer's Tale at K11 Art Foundation, Shanghai (2022), Looking Away at Galerie Karsten Greve (2022), Red Boys and Green Girls at Hosfelt Gallery, New York (2022), The Sun Also Rises at Ryan Lee Gallery (2021), We Thought it Was Heaven Tomorrow at Fox Jensen Gallery, Sydney & Fox Jensen McCrory, Auckland (2021), Black Book at the Jerusalem Artists' House (2020), Fragments at Gallery EM, Seoul (2018), 'Black Book' at the Freud Museum, London (2018), Memory Goes as Far as this Morning at Chengdu MoCA (2016), Herzliya Museum of Contemporary Art Israel and San Jose ICA (2015/16).
Selected group exhibitions include: 'Living Memory: Louise Bourgeois, Nicolas Godin & Gideon Rubin', curated by Beth Greenacre at All Saint's Chapel, London (2023), 'Hannah/Rubin' at Alon Segev Gallery, Tel Aviv (2021), 'Reflections: Human/Nature', curated by Matt Black at Gana Art, Seoul (2021), 'On Cardboard' at Monica De Cardenas, Milan (2021), "NOF: Gideon Rubin and Eldar Farber" at The Rubin Museum, Tel Aviv (2020), 'How to Travel in Time' at Apexart, New York (2018), 'The Reading Room' at Rokeby, London (2017), 'Disturbing Innocence' at Flag Art Foundation, New York (2014), 'Daily Memories' at Klosterhaus in Magdeburg, Germany (2014) and 'To Have a Voice' at the Mackintosh Museum, Glasgow (2012).
Rubin is represented by Galerie Karsten Greve Paris, Cologne, St Moritz; Hosfelt Gallery, San Franscisco; Fox Jensen Gallery, Sydney and Fox Jensen McCrory, Auckland; and Alon Segev Gallery, Tel Aviv. In 2014 he received the 'Shifting Foundation' grant.
Rubin's work is included in a number of prestigious international collections, including:
Museum Voorlinden Collection, The Netherlands; Herzliya Museum for Contemporary Art, Israel; McEvoy Foundation for the Arts, San Francisco; Ruinart, France; Fondation Frances, France; Rubin Museum, Israel; Collezione Maramotti, Italy; The Collezione Fondazione, San Patrignano, Italy.
Gideon Rubin lives and works in London.
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