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Peter Alexander

1939-2020

"Dana," 2002

Acrylic on panel
Signed, titled, and dated, verso: Peter Alexander
24" H x 28" W

  • Provenance: The Artist's Studio
    Private Collection, CA, acquired from the above
  • Notes: This lot is accompanied by an information sheet and copy of the sales invoice from the artist, dated October 30, 2002. It also includes a hardcover, artist-inscribed copy of Dave Hickey and Naomi Vine, "Peter Alexander: In This Light" (Newport Beach: Orange County Museum of Art, 1999).

    Peter Alexander stands as a trailblazing figure in the realm of California Light and Space art, a movement characterized by its exploration of luminosity and spatial perception. Born and bred in Los Angeles, Alexander's artistic journey began with a unique convergence of architecture and experimentation. As a former protege of architectural visionaries Richard Neutra and William Pereira, he transitioned to the realm of art, enrolling at UCLA in the mid-1960s.

    A luminary within the Space and Light artists' collective, which includes esteemed peers such as De Wain Valentine, Larry Bell, James Turrell, and Mary Corse, Alexander's contributions have left an indelible mark on the art world. His work graces the collections of renowned institutions worldwide, from the Broad Foundation in Santa Monica to the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

    In recognition of his profound impact, retrospectives of Alexander's work have been hosted by institutions such as the Orange County Museum of Art, Costa Mesa, CA, which presented "Peter Alexander: In this Light" in 1990. Additionally, his participation in landmark exhibitions such as "Phenomenal: California Light, Space, Surface" as part of the Pacific Standard Time initiative in 2011 underscore his enduring influence.
  • Condition: Visual: Overall good condition. A pinpoint-sized area of unobtrusive pigment loss in the upper portion of the lower left quadrant. Occasional specks of grime scattered throughout.

    Blacklight: No evidence of restoration.

    Frame: 25.25" H x 29.25" W x 2" D


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