Phillip King
Knaresborough, United Kingdom
Art Medium
Sculpture
Art Style
Abstract
Modern Art
About the Artist
Phillip King was one of Britain's most significant sculptors and a pivotal figure in the "New Generation" of artists who emerged in the 1960s. Renowned for his innovative approach to form and color, King's early works challenged traditional notions of sculpture, moving away from monolithic masses towards open, often brightly colored, geometric and abstract constructions. He experimented with a diverse range of materials, including plastic, fiberglass, and wood, emphasizing their inherent properties. King's sculptures are characterized by their dynamic spatial relationships and a playful engagement with volume and surface, profoundly influencing the development of abstract sculpture in the latter half of the 20th century.