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Al Held

AL HELD

About Space White Cube 27 June–1 September 2024 Bermondsey, London
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Opening in June at White Cube Bermondsey, ‘About Space’ surveys the trailblazing practice of American painter Al Held (1928–2005). With roots in Abstract Expressionism, Held sought and realised novel modes of form, space and colour, navigating spatial complexity through a combination of hard-edged geometry and spontaneous gestural expression. This exhibition unveils masterworks from seminal series spanning the artist’s career – from the vibrant expanses of his ‘Taxi Cab’ paintings (1959–60) to the hyper-real spaces of the ‘Luminous Constructs’ (1985–2005). ‘About Space’ marks the first exhibition in Europe of the artist’s late paintings, and includes works that have never before been exhibited.

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A pioneer of hard-edged abstraction, American painter Al Held (1928−2005) created works of great complexity during his 50-year career. Exploring the ability of abstraction to reach beyond the realm of the viewer’s primary senses, the artist continually expanded his painterly language and practice.

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About the Gallery

An international art powerhouse, White Cube was established in 1993 in London by art dealer Jay Jopling. In its space on Duke Street, it served as the early exhibition venue for many now internationally acclaimed British artists, including Tracey Emin, Gilbert & George, Rachel Kneebone and Antony Gormley, who still show with the gallery today.

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144–152 Bermondsey Street
London
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Tuesday - Saturday
10am – 6pm

Sunday
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London 144–152 Bermondsey Street
White Cube contemporary art gallery in Bermondsey London United Kingdom
White Cube
144–152 Bermondsey Street, London, United Kingdom
+44 207 930 5373
http://whitecube.com

Opening hours
Tuesday - Saturday
10am – 6pm

Sunday
12pm – 6pm
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