Artist
George Sugarman
American, 1912–1999
George Sugarman was an American artist. 2 works are cataloged here, principally at Museum of Modern Art. George Sugarman was born in The Bronx.
George Sugarman was an American artist working in the mediums of drawing, painting, and sculpture. He pioneered the concepts of pedestal-free sculpture and is best known for his large-scale, vividly painted metal sculptures. His innovative approach to art-making lent his work a fresh, experimental approach and caused him to continually expand his creative focus. During his lifetime, he was dedicated to the well-being of young emerging artists, particularly those who embraced innovation and risk-taking in their work. In his will, Sugarman provided for the establishment of The George Sugarman Foundation, Inc.
Collections represented
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