Larry Rivers

Larry Rivers stands out among contemporary American artists as an individual - an artist who has created his own imagery and a decidedly personal manner. The human figure and the the visible world are the basic ingredients of his work. Sam Hunter, Professor of Art History at Princeton University and a leading critic and historian of modern art, has provided an authoritative account of of Rivers' life and work. He gives an analysis of the artists paintings, as well as a meaningfull examination of his artistic growth, the sources of his inspiration. and the effect of his work on American art. In addition, a memoir of the artist is included, written by Rivers' friend and collaborator, the late poet Frank O' Hara.