Frank Stella, Pioneering Minimalist Artist, Passes Away at 87

Stella's influential career spanned over six decades, marked by his revolutionary approach to abstraction and public sculpture.

Frank Stella, renowned for his 'Black Paintings', died at 87, leaving a legacy that challenged and expanded the boundaries of abstract art.
Stella's work evolved from minimalist canvases to dynamic, large-scale sculptures, reflecting his relentless innovation in form and color.
His art is displayed globally, from the courtyards of the Royal Academy in London to public plazas in New York, underscoring his international acclaim.
Stella's approach, encapsulated by his phrase 'What you see is what you see', emphasized a direct engagement with the viewer.
Awarded the National Medal of Arts, Stella's contributions were recognized at the highest levels, including a retrospective at the Whitney Museum.