Wolf Kahn (American, 1927-2020). Near Vernon, Vermont, 1982. Oil on canvas. 53 x 66 inches (134.6 x 167.6 cm). Signed lo...

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Wolf Kahn (American, 1927-2020)
Near Vernon, Vermont, 1982
Oil on canvas
53 x 66 inches (134.6 x 167.6 cm)
Signed lower right: W Kahn

PROVENANCE:
The artist;
Meredith Long & Company, Houston, Texas;
Private collection, Houston, Texas, acquired from the above, circa 1982.

We are grateful to the Wolf Kahn Foundation for confirming that this painting is included in their comprehensive database of Wolf Kahn artworks and that it was consigned to the Meredith Long Gallery in Houston prior to its purchase by the current owner. Although there is no record concerning whether or not the work was a specific commission, the Foundation notes that Wolf Kahn created a similar images of Vernon, Vermont at various points throughout his career. This particularly commanding example recalls the marvelous description of the Kahn's work by John Updike: "Wolf Kahn brings the hot, pure color of Abstract Expressionism to an idea of landscape that is tranquil, reflective, and (as his titles tell us) witty. He scans what is before him for patterns, for broad and sometimes astonishing contrasts. He brings back from his survey of nature colors - magentas, purples, orange-pinks - that must be seen to be believed. We do believe them; his images keep a sense of place and moment, though what strikes us first is their abstract gorgeousness. Gorgeous, but they do not leave the earth." (Wolf Kahn's America. New York: Harry N. Abrams, 2003)


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