GAYLE BLAIR TATE

SPENT

Oil on Panel

8" x 10"

$ 1975

BFA-8972

American, b 1944

Gayle Blair Tate has achieved international recognition and major auction sales through his work as a trompe l-oeil painter in oils.  Of particular importance are the artist's works depicting paper currency, achieving recognition as "the foremost money painter in America" (source: SouthWest Art Magazine).  Added to his craftsmanship are his unique and often ironic observations and themes, resulting in works that viewers and critics alike remember for their wit and insightful commentary as much as for their technical achievement.

The result is that he is able to present his enthusiastic world view with excellence and taste. Tate's refined classical techniques and craftsmanship transcend both old and new areas of art history, and assure him a place in the defining of an American national style.