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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Alexander_CalderAlexander Calder - Wikipedia

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   Alexander Calder (/ ˈ k ɔː l d ər /; July 22, 1898 – November 11, 1976) was an American sculptor known both for his innovative mobiles (kinetic sculptures powered by motors or air currents) that embrace chance in their aesthetic, his static "stabiles", and his monumental public sculptures.

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3. www.moma.org › artists › 922Alexander Calder | MoMA

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   Learn about the life and art of Alexander Calder, a pioneer of kinetic sculpture and abstract visual language. Explore his mobiles, stabiles, constellations, and public works at MoMA and online.

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4. www.britannica.com › biography › Alexander-CalderAlexander Calder | American Sculptor & Painter | Britannica

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   Alexander Calder (born July 22, 1898, Lawnton, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died November 11, 1976, New York, New York) was an American artist best known for his innovation of the mobile suspended sheet metal and wire assemblies that are activated in space by air currents.

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7. www.tate.org.uk › art › artistsWho is Alexander Calder? | Tate

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   Learn about Alexander Calder, an American sculptor who invented the mobile and the stabile, and loved the circus. Discover his wire sculptures, drawings, performances and legacy at Tate.

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8. www.smithsonianmag.com › arts-culture › alexanderHow Alexander Calder Became America’s Most Beloved Sculptor

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   Learn how Calder became a pioneer of abstract sculpture in Paris in 1931, and how he combined engineering, art and science in his creations. Read an exclusive excerpt from his new biography by Jed Perl, a renowned art critic.

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   Who is Alexander Calder?

   • They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. Alexander Calder (born July 22, 1898, Lawnton, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died November 11, 1976, New York, New York) was an American artist best known for his innovation of the mobile suspended sheet metal and wire assemblies that are activated in space by air currents.

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   When did Calder become an artist?

   • In 1898–1925, the artist is encouraged from a young age to create and ultimately makes the pivotal decision to pursue art as a career. Develop a deeper understanding of Calder by life period. In 1926–1930, the artist focuses on wire sculpture and creates his Cirque Calder in Paris. Develop a deeper understanding of Calder by life period.

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   How old was Alexander Calder when he died?

   • Calder died in 1976 at age 78, weeks after the opening of a major retrospective at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York. In the 21st century the Alexander Calder Foundation documented his output at more than 22,000 works.

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   When did Alexander Calder live in France?

   • In 1953–1962, the artist embarks on worldwide travels, resulting in an astonishing output and range of work. Develop a deeper understanding of Calder by life period. In 1963–1976, the artist settles in France and focuses on monumental sculpture in his later years.

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    Learn about the life and work of Alexander Calder, a pioneer of modern sculpture and kinetic art. Explore the collections, exhibitions, and publications of the Calder Foundation.

11. americanart.si.edu › artist › alexander-calder-710Alexander Calder | Smithsonian American Art Museum

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    Learn about the life and work of Alexander Calder, a sculptor who invented the mobile and created stabiles and toys. Explore his biography, artworks, and influence on modern art.