Read an essay on Noguchi’s Kouros.


It’s safe to say that Isamu Noguchi’s practice—which spans multiple disciplines and materials—was at the forefront of modern art in the United States and abroad throughout the twentieth century. Although he readily and often relied on historical references from Japan and various European countries, Noguchi was always considering ways to create objects that the world had never seen before. Whether abstracting the body of a striding Korous, reimagining the structure of a haniwa mask, or crafting ethereal light fixtures, the artist left an enduring legacy that testifies to his dedication to finding a balance between form and function. 


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Form & Function: An Artist’s Experimentations

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