LEE BONTECOU: The Artist Who Turned the Void Into Art

Описание: Explore the groundbreaking work of American sculptor Lee Bontecou, renowned for her war-inspired, wall-mounted sculptures that shook the mid-century art world. As the first woman invited to the legendary Leo Castelli Gallery, she quickly rose to fame—but rejected the art world’s restrictions, pursuing instead “all freedom in every sense.” Dive into the life and art of the fearless sculptor who forged her own path, and get your fix of modern sculpture, contemporary art, and bold creativity!

0:00 Introduction
0:14 Early Life
0:39 Impact of War on Art
0:59 Receives Fulbright, goes to Rome
1:11 Returns to NY, Style Changes
1:34 Accepted into Leo Castelli Gallery
1:56 Critics Got it Wrong
2:20 Style Changes Again
2:45 Critics not Enamored
3:08 Retreats to Pennsylvania, Begins Teaching, Still Creating
3:33 Accepts Museum Retrospective
3:45 Awards
4:05 Summary - All Freedom in Every Sense

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