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The 1 Most Famous Michael Gitlin Paintings to Choose From
Updated November 2026 · ranked by our popularity score (searches, visits and orders for each work) · 1 works by Michael Gitlin in our catalogue
Quick answer
Number one among Michael Gitlin's paintings is A Simple Line (1978), whose original is at the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. Our catalogue holds 1 works by Michael Gitlin. The 1 listed here are the most famous, in rank order, with the year and museum of each original.
born 1943, Cape Town
Most works: Israel Museum
The top 10: Michael Gitlin's most famous paintings
Museums holding Michael Gitlin's originals
The museum that holds the most of the paintings on this page.
| Museum | City | Works by Michael Gitlin | Paintings from this list |
|---|---|---|---|
 Israel Museum |
Jerusalem | 1 | A Simple Line |
Each year's top Michael Gitlin paintings
1978: every dated Michael Gitlin painting on this page comes from that year. Here they are, by rank.
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Michael Gitlin paintings: FAQ
Which is Michael Gitlin's most famous work?Show answer
A Simple Line (1978) ranks first.
At what age was A Simple Line painted by Michael Gitlin?Show answer
Michael Gitlin was 35: A Simple Line is dated 1978, and Michael Gitlin was born in 1943.
How many paintings by Michael Gitlin are listed?Show answer
1 works by Michael Gitlin are in our catalogue.
Which museums hold Michael Gitlin's most famous originals?Show answer
Mainly in Israel Museum (Jerusalem). See the museum table above for the full list.
Michael Gitlin: the artist behind the paintings
The Form and Space of Michael Gitlin
Michael Gitlin is a contemporary sculptor, painter, printmaker, and university teacher. Born in Cape Town, South Africa, his family emigrated to Israel in 1948. His academic background includes studying English Literature and Art History at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, alongside studies at the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design. Gitlin later moved to New York City, where he earned an MFA from the Pratt Institute.
His artistic practice is characterized as abstract and reductive. Gitlin began his career working in three dimensions, utilizing paper as a medium rather than a support, and later transitioned to working with wood. Many of his sculptures are wall pieces that rely on architecture for physical and contextual support. In recent years, his material palette has expanded to include steel wool, copper wire, foam, and black spandex, while drawing remains a demanding component of his project.
Exhibitions and Academic Career
Gitlin's work has been exhibited in numerous international locations, including the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, the ICC Antwerp, and the Guggenheim Museum in New York. His museum shows have spanned from the Kunsthalle Mannheim to the Museum van Hedendaagse Kunst Antwerpen. His sculptures are held in various prestigious collections, such as the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and the British Museum in London.
Throughout his career, Gitlin has held teaching positions at several notable institutions, including: