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Robert Smithson

American sculptor and conceptual artist (1938-1973) · United States · On the map · Artists · Died at 35

Robert Smithson was an American artist known for sculpture and land art who often used drawing and photography in relation to the spatial arts. His work has been internationally exhibited in galleries and museums and is held in public collections.

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Awards

Guggenheim Fellowship

About this person

He was one of the founders of the land art movement whose best known work is the Spiral Jetty (1970).

Country
United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1938 to 1973 · aged 35

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