Beverly Pepper

1922–2020

Introduction

American sculptor, active in Italy since the 1950s. She is known for her monumental sculptures, many intended for public spaces. She began her career as a social-realist painter, but created abstract sculptural works from the 1960s until her death. She also authored several cookbooks.

Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, author, painter, sculptor

ULAN identifier

500087033

Names

Beverly Pepper, E. Pepper, Beverly Stoll

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First acquired
1997

Date of birth
December 20, 1922

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