Niki de Saint Phalle (1930-2002) made a name for herself on the international art scene during the late 1950s and early 1960s. She was a key figure in the new generation of young artists who, at the beginning of the 1960s, were redefining the boundaries of what an artwork could be. Saint Phalle had a clear socio-political agenda and feminist commitment throughout her career. To an increasing degree, she worked in close dialogue with society and her audience, and by about the mid-1970s she invited them into monumental architectonic constructions in public settings. The catalogue explores different facets of this pioneering artist's practices, such as her feminist commitment, her public art and her role as muse for the fashion giant, Dior.

Born in France (1930), grew up in America, spent most of her adult life living in Europe. Fashion icon. Married artist Jean Tinguely. Public art around Europe and California, USA

About the Author
Caroline Ugelstad is chief curator at Henie Onstad.

Kimberly Lamm is Associate Professor in the Program of Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies at Duke University.

Bjarne Melgaard is a is a Norwegian visual artist and author.

Camille Morineau is a French art curator and the co-founder and chairwoman of AWARE.

Martine Hoff Jensen is an Art Historian and Communications Advisor at Henie Onstad.

Tone Hansen is Director of Henie Onstad.


Book Information
ISBN 9788282940412
Author Caroline Ugelstad
Format Paperback
Page Count 270
Imprint Henie-Onstad Kunstsenter
Publisher Henie-Onstad Kunstsenter
Weight(grams) 1360g