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Louise Nevelson
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Source: Alamy. Louise Nevelson, American Artist, 1967
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Louise Nevelson - Biography
- Born 23rd September 1899 in Poltava Governorate of the Russian Empire (known today as Kyiv Oblast in Ukraine).
- Her family immigrated to the USA in 1905.
- She was known as an American sculptor.
- She is most famous for her large, wooden sculptures that were often one colour.
- She died 17th April 1988 in New York City.
Little Triptych Wall, 1960© ARS, NY and DACS, London 2023
Think…. - What does ‘assemblage’ mean?
- Why is Nevelson’s work called an assemblage?
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Assemblage
Assemblage is an art term sometimes used to categorise Nevelson’s work.
Little Triptych Wall, 1960© ARS, NY and DACS, London 2023
- What shapes can you see?
- Can you identify any materials or objects that are being repurposed in this sculpture?
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Nevelson created a collection of large scale sculptures made from steel called ‘Atmosphere and environment’. These were different to her wooden sculptures, but were similar in style.Why did she call the collection 'Atmosphere & environment?'
Atmosphere and Environment X, 1969-70© ARS, NY and DACS, London 2023.
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Atmosphere and environment
- It was the first public space to be named after an artist in New York City.
- There are seven sculptures that make up what is called the ‘Shadows and Flags' collection. These are made from steel and painted black; a feature of Nevelson’s work.
- The plaza was created in 1977 and was a significant achievement for a female artist in America.