KRIS KNIGHT "RED LACES" OIL ON PAPER, 2016 Dan Christensen Mango Fizz 2002 Caviar20 In an era where figuration

In an era where figuration was far from the avant-garde

18"H  22"W (framed)

This approach of lifting and decontextualizing photographs remains the cornerstone of his practice

which also features iconic layered washes of paint

Estate of Andy Warhol stamp verso

KRIS KNIGHT "RED LACES" OIL ON PAPER, 2016 Dan Christensen Mango Fizz 2002 Caviar20 In an era where figurationKris Knight (b. 1980) is a celebrated contemporary Canadian artist, best known for his dreamy portraits of young men. Knight's work is renowned for his depictions of contemporary masculinity realized with a wistful, tender, and romantic mood. This is a curious and charming diversion from a portrait, his typical subject matter. Executed in the artist's signature candied and pastel palette, the work contrasts the formality of the footwear with the man's