No matter where you are in the world, it’ll be better with great art. This goes double for a summer home where ambiance, comfort, and beauty are necessary for successful unwinding. This week's Shortlist brings together works that channel the joy, color, and sophistication of the season, from vibrant florals and playful Pop Art to serene compositions inspired by the natural world.
Of course, you don’t have to put them in a summer home, but they sure would look good in one. We’ve curated for light-filled interiors and leisurely days, diving into the works available in our Marketplace to select pieces that celebrate the spirit of the season without sacrificing year-round appeal.
Alex Katz 'White Visor' Signed Print
Few artists are able to capture the sun-drenched appeal of summer quite like Alex Katz. In White Visor, his signature clean lines and pared-back composition evoke the serenity of a day spent by the water, while the figure's quiet elegance brings a sense of relaxed sophistication. Bright, refined, and timeless, this signed print reflects the tranquility of summer living with style. Issued in a limited edition of just 75, it offers collectors at every level the opportunity to acquire a sought-after image by one of America's most celebrated living artists.
Roy Lichtenstein 'Hüm Bum!' from: A New Fall of America
Roy Lichtenstein’s Hüm Bum! delivers all the energy and wit that made Pop Art a cultural phenomenon. The print is a striking example of the artist's later work, showcasing Lichtenstein's talent for balancing humor and abstraction through his iconic comic-book inspired style.
Gene Davis 'Mirror'
The rhythmic stripes of Gene Davis’s Mirror recall iconic summer imagery like beach umbrellas, striped cabanas, and the shifting colors of seaside sunsets. Monumental in scale at over seven feet tall and nine feet wide, the work exemplifies Davis’s signature exploration of color through carefully ordered bands that stretch across the composition.
Donald Sultan 'Red Poppies'
Donald Sultan’s Red Poppies is both striking and elegant, transforming a familiar flower into a bold contemporary sculpture. Balancing elements of abstraction and nature, this aluminum work brings the beauty of a summer garden indoors. Standing at two feet tall, the vibrant red blooms seem to float in space, creating a presence that commands attention without overwhelming a room. It’s sophisticated yet approachable, the perfect piece for collectors seeking to bring color and character to their homes.
Jason Martin 'Untitled (Plate V)'
Rich in texture and movement, Jason Martin’s Untitled (Plate V) captures the quiet beauty of the natural world. Sweeping layers of paint create a surface that shifts with the changing light throughout the day, reminiscent of waves glimmering beneath the afternoon sun. Its organic quality and restrained color palette lend the work a calming presence, while its three-dimensional texture invites close inspection.