Signed and dated on the reverse: H. Steers/ 5/87

The artist; Private Collection, Palm Springs, California, acquired from the above.

Hugh Auchincloss Steers (1963-1995) Untitled (Cat on Back), 1987 Oil on paper 15 x 11 inches (38.1 x 27.9 cm) Signed and dated on the reverse: H. Steers/ 5/87 PROVENANCE: The artist; Private Collection, Palm Springs, California, acquired from the above. LITERATURE: B. Schroder and K. Kelly, eds., Hugh Steers: The Complete Paintings 1983-1994, New York, 2015, pp. 27 and 188, no. CR068, illustrated. Hugh Steers, an American painter known for his powerful, figurative works that often depict scenes of intimacy, vulnerability, and human connection, created pieces that remain deeply relevant today. Active in the 1980s and early 1990s, Steers produced a body of work that captures the personal and social impact of the AIDS crisis, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community. His paintings are not only poignant reflections of the struggles of his time but also continue to resonate today as society grapples with themes of health, loss, resilience, and the need for empathy. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

Presents very well. Small area of skinning to sheet with some loss at left extreme edge, not affecting figures. Framed under acrylic. Framed Dimensions 17.5 X 13.5 Inches