Philip Pearlstein

Philip Pearlstein is an American artist who was born in 1924 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He is known for his figurative paintings, which are often characterized by their stark compositions and strong use of color.

Pearlstein studied at the Carnegie Institute of Technology (now Carnegie Mellon University) in Pittsburgh and later at the New York Academy of Art in New York City. He has exhibited his work in numerous solo and group exhibitions in galleries and museums across the United States and internationally.

Pearlstein's artwork typically features human figures in stripped-down, simplified environments. He often works from live models, and his paintings are known for their attention to detail and the meticulous rendering of the human form. His work has been associated with the American Realism movement, which emphasizes representational art that portrays everyday life.