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Joel Elias Shapiro (born September 27, 1941 [1] New York City, New York) is an American sculptor renowned for his dynamic work composed of simple rectangular shapes.
Subverting the distinctions between abstraction and representation, Joel Shapiro reconsiders the modern figurative tradition. Shapiro creates abstract geometric sculpture that elicits a sense of movement and engages viewers’ physical and psychological relationships with space.
Joel Shapiro is a contemporary artist who creates wooden sculptures that blur the line between figuration and abstraction. Learn about his biography, artworks, exhibitions, and auction prices on artnet.
A woodcut print by the sculptor Joel Shapiro, who creates abstract forms from rectilinear blocks and beams. The print shows contrasting grains of wood veneers and a sculptural composition of three shapes.
For over 50 years, Joel Shapiro has refined the elements of gravity, structure, and movement in his geometric sculptures that test the boundaries of abstraction and figuration.
On view through July 20, 2023, Joel Shapiro’s first solo presentation in Hong Kong brings together various sculptures in wood and bronze that highlight aspec...
Joel Shapiro is a contemporary artist who creates abstract forms and shapes with various materials. Explore his works, interviews, and exhibitions at MoMA, including his 2016 installation FORTY.
