Artists  > Eva Hesse

Eva Hesse

A pioneer in the use of nontraditional sculptural materials, Hesse’s works emphasize the process of creation and contrast with Minimalist sleekness.

Dates
1936–70
Born In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany
Active In
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
Modernisms > Postminimalism, Civil Rights era
Known For
Sculpture
Works of Art

Artists  > Eva Hesse

Eva Hesse

A pioneer in the use of nontraditional sculptural materials, Hesse’s works emphasize the process of creation and contrast with Minimalist sleekness.

Dates
1936–70
Born In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany
Active In
North America > United States
Period Culture Style
Modernisms > Postminimalism, Civil Rights era
Known For
Sculpture
Works of Art