Signed and numbered

Reflection II by Alex Katz is a limited edition etching from 2011. This work exhibits Katz’s mastery of abstraction, using bold contrasts between dark, silhouetted shapes and a gradient blue background to evoke the shimmering quality of a reflection in water. The composition features a dynamic play of positive and negative space, with black shapes resembling tree branches or natural forms partially obscuring the serene blue beneath. The simplicity of the forms enhances the sense of calm and contemplation while drawing attention to the texture and visual rhythm of the work. Measuring 104 × 78.7 cm (40.9 × 31 in), this large-scale print is signed and numbered by the artist. Katz's use of silhouette and minimal color in Reflection II continues his exploration of form and environment, offering a meditative take on nature through abstraction.