Paul McCarthy
1945–

Introduction

Paul McCarthy (born August 4, 1945) is an American artist who lives and works in Los Angeles, California.

Wikidata identifier

Q221732

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Introduction

Provocative artist first known for his performance pieces dealing with taboos, childhood myths, and issues of human psyche and behavior, and in later career for his monumental sculptures and installations dealing with similar themes.

Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, installation artist, painter, performance artist, photographer, sculptor, video artist

ULAN identifier

500115653

Names

Paul McCarthy, Paul MacCarthy, Paul Mccarthy

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