"American art in general goes round and round at the moment. We're all stuck with the American flag."

Carl Andre (1935)
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About Carl Andre

Carl Andre is an American minimalist artist known for his sculptures made from simple geometric shapes and industrial materials like metal plates and bricks. Born in 1935 in Massachusetts, Andre's work often challenges traditional notions of art and space, inviting viewers to interact physically with his creations. He rose to prominence in the 1960s and has since exhibited his work worldwide, influencing generations of artists.

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