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Hannah Wilke
1940–1993

Introduction

Hannah Wilke (born Arlene Hannah Butter; March 7, 1940 – January 28, 1993) was an American painter, sculptor, photographer, video artist and performance artist. Wilke's work is known for exploring issues of feminism, sexuality and femininity.

Wikidata identifier

Q254663

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Roles

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

ULAN identifier

500021825

Names

Hannah Wilke, Arlene Hannah Butter

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