Edward Avedisian

1936–2007

Introduction

Edward Avedisian (June 15, 1936 – August 17, 2007) was an American abstract painter who came into prominence during the 1960s. His work was initially associated with Color field painting and in the late 1960s with Lyrical Abstraction.

Wikidata identifier

Q5341650

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Introduction

American painter best known for his work in the 1960s. He is associated with Color Field painting and with Lyrical Abstraction, but late works involved the figure and landscape.

Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, painter

ULAN identifier

500004353

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First acquired
1965

Date of birth
June 15, 1936

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