Elizabeth Murray
Painter and illustrator of abstract works
Born
Died
2007
19 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1940, this American painter and illustrator developed a unique style characterized by colorful, abstract shapes and forms. In the late 1970s and 1980s, worked prominently in the New York art scene. The use of unconventional canvases, including shaped and sprawling formats, distinguished artwork in exhibitions. Participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions, and became part of the dialogue on feminist art. Artworks reside in prestigious collections, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art.
Developed a unique style of painting
Exhibited at Museum of Modern Art
Participated in the Feminist Art Movement
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