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lithograph in colors, on wove paper, 2000, signed and dated in pencil, numbered, published by the Public art Fund, New York, in very good condition // Jackie and John by Elizabeth Peyton is a lithograph from 2000 that captures an iconic moment between Jacqueline Kennedy and her son, John F. Kennedy Jr. The work, rendered in a muted monochrome palette with touches of blue in the background, evokes a sense of nostalgia and intimate connection. Peyton’s expressive brushstrokes lend the piece a dreamlike quality, with Jackie’s protective arm gently guiding John. The background, marked by fluid strokes of blue and white, suggests a serene, almost ethereal landscape, enhancing the tenderness of the moment. Known for her portrayal of public figures with an intimate, almost personal approach, Peyton brings out the vulnerability and closeness between mother and son. This limited edition lithograph, signed and numbered by the artist and published by the Public Art Fund in New York, showcases Peyton’s unique ability to blend public history with private emotion.
Jackie and John, 2000
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lithograph in colors, on wove paper, 2000, signed and dated in pencil, numbered, published by the Public art Fund, New York, in very good condition // Jackie and John by Elizabeth Peyton is a lithograph from 2000 that captures an iconic moment between Jacqueline Kennedy and her son, John F. Kennedy Jr. The work, rendered in a muted monochrome palette with touches of blue in the background, evokes a sense of nostalgia and intimate connection. Peyton’s expressive brushstrokes lend the piece a dreamlike quality, with Jackie’s protective arm gently guiding John. The background, marked by fluid strokes of blue and white, suggests a serene, almost ethereal landscape, enhancing the tenderness of the moment. Known for her portrayal of public figures with an intimate, almost personal approach, Peyton brings out the vulnerability and closeness between mother and son. This limited edition lithograph, signed and numbered by the artist and published by the Public Art Fund in New York, showcases Peyton’s unique ability to blend public history with private emotion.
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