Al Hansen

Sculptor and author of 'The Artist's Book'

Al Hansen - Artists & Creatives born 1927
Born

1927
98 years ago

Died
Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the genre of performance art and conceptual art. Hansen's work included assemblage and sculpture made from found objects. Established a school of thought in art that incorporated chance and randomness. Authored works that explored the relationship between art and life. Active in the art community from the 1960s until his death in 1995.

Created notable assemblages and sculptures

Published 'The Artist's Book' emphasizing art's concept

Participated in experimental art movements

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