$500–$4,000. Common subjects: $500–$1,500. Key value factors: Kawano's early death at 49 limits her output. Her dreamlike figure prints are most sought after.
Face B is one of several close portrait studies Kawano made exploring the expressive potential of the human countenance reduced to its essential lines. The B designation indicates a variant or second version of a face composition, differing in color palette, orientation, or specific graphic treatment. In this limited edition printing, Kawano demonstrates his ability to make of a face — without narrative context or setting — a complete and absorbing work of art.
Curated cross-cuts that include this print.
Face B- LE was created by Kaoru Kawano (川野薫).
Face B- LE depicts figures, portraits, and abstract.
