2020
Alexander Calder
Alexander Calder changed the course of modern art by developing an innovative method of manipulating wire and sheet metal to create three-dimensional drawings in space. Calder redefined sculpture by introducing the element of movement, first through performances and later with motorized works, and, finally, with hanging works called “mobiles”; a term coined by Marcel Duchamp to describe his work. His mobiles consist of abstract shapes made of industrial materials that hang in uncanny, perfect balance. In addition to his mobiles, Calder also created static sculptures called stabiles, as well as paintings, theater sets, costumes, and monumental outdoor sculptures that grace public plazas in cities throughout the world.
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Alexander Calder
Installation View
2020
Alexander Calder
Installation View
2020
Alexander Calder
Installation View
2020
Alexander Calder
Installation View
2020
Alexander Calder
Installation View
2020
Alexander Calder
Installation View 1
2020
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Sun
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Red and Yellow Circles
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: White Circles
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Octopus
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Fish
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Elephants
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Circles
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Blue Eel
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Black Lines and Circles
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper
Alexander Calder
Our Unfinished Revolution: Animals
1976Lithograph printed on offset paper