George Rickey
Three Lines
1964
18' High
stainless steel
Gift of the artist, 1966.13. Photo by Anchor Imagery
(1907–2002)
George Rickey, along with Alexander Calder, introduced the notion of kinetic sculpture (sculpture capable of motion) to America in the mid-twentieth century. More info...
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