Ellsworth Kelly
American painter and sculptor of color fields
Born
May 31st, 1923
102 years ago
Died
December 27th, 2015
9 years ago — 92 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An influential figure in the contemporary art movement, created works that emphasize color and form. Developed a distinctive style that contributed to the Color Field painting genre. Established a significant career through innovative approaches to painting and sculpture. Explored the intersection of abstraction and representation, often using vibrant colors and geometric shapes. His large-scale installations and canvases have been exhibited in major galleries and museums, enhancing the dialogue surrounding modern art.
Created the series 'Red Blue Green'
Produced the large-scale mural 'Austin'
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