Why did Georgia O'Keeffe not sign her paintings?

Answer 1

Georgia O'Keeffe did not sign her paintings on the front because she believed that a signature would distract from the artwork itself. Instead, she signed her paintings on the back or the side. O'Keeffe also wanted her works to be recognized based on their artistic merit rather than her personal identity. Additionally, by not signing her paintings prominently, she maintained a level of anonymity and mystery surrounding her art.

Answer 2

As a professional artist Georgia O'Keeffe did not sign her paintings. She many times wrote on the back of the canvas on a label or on the stretcher.