About the Artist
Elizabeth Murray
Elizabeth Murray (b. 1940, Chicago; d. 2007, New York) belonged to a generation of artists who emerged in the 1970s and whose exposure to Cubist-derived Minimalism and Surrealist-influenced Pop inspired experimentation with new modes of expression that would bridge the gap between these two historical models. In this context, Murray produced a singularly innovative body of work. Warping, twisting, and knotting her constructed canvases, she has given the elastic shapes of classic surrealism a space in their own image.
Elizabeth Murray is known for her unique style, often referred to as "biomorphic abstraction." Her work is characterized by bold, cartoon-like shapes, vibrant colors, and compositions that push the boundaries of traditional painting.
