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Quote by Carl Andre

“By nature, I am a materialist... It is exactly these impingements upon our sense of touch and so forth that I'm interested in.”

Quote by Carl Andre

Book:Cuts: Texts 1959-2004

Work

Cuts: Texts 1959-2004

This volume encompasses a variety of texts, including poetry, prose, and other forms of literary expression, spanning from 1959 to 2004. more

Author

Carl Andre, born on September 16, 1935, is a renowned American artist known for his minimalist style and use of industrial materials such as metal plates and bricks. His works explore the relationship between materials and space and have had a significant impact on the international art scene, being collected by numerous museums and galleries. more

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