Alexander Calder American, 1898-1976

"The universe is real, but you can't see it. You have to imagine it." - Alexander Calder

American sculptor Alexander Calder (1898-1976) revolutionized the art form with his mesmerizing kinetic mobiles – delicately balanced metal and wire sculptures that danced in air currents, captivating viewers with their playful abstraction. His artistic repertoire also included static "stabiles" and monumental public works that continue to shape cityscapes globally.