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Sculpture

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Visitors exploring the 'Project a Black Planet' pan-African art exhibition at the Barbican Centre, showcasing diverse sculptures and installations.
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Barbican Centre Hosts 'Project a Black Planet' Art Exhibition

In the 1950s, Agnaldo Manuel dos Santos sculpted a creature that was half-human, half-pangolin, a piece now featured in the Barbican Centre's groundbreaking pan-African arts exhibition.

Elise Marrow·June 17, 2026
A striking swimmer sculpture by Carole Feuerman displayed prominently on a city street, drawing the attention of passersby.
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Exhibits Showcase Traditional Art Forms and Pop Culture Sculptures

Eight vibrant swimmer sculptures by artist Carole Feuerman recently transformed Michigan Avenue in Chicago into an unexpected gallery, according to the Chicago Tribune .

Elise Marrow·June 3, 2026
A large, minimalist geometric sculpture in a modern art gallery, showcasing clean lines and a stark aesthetic, embodying the core principles of minimalist art.
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What Are the Principles of Minimalist Art? A Guide to Its History and Influence

Minimalist art, emerging in the 1960s, challenged artistic tradition by focusing on pure form, color, and material. This movement continues to shape our contemporary aesthetic landscape, from art galleries to smartphone design.

Elise Marrow·April 9, 2026