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Joel Shapiro, a renowned sculptor known for his monumental stick figure sculptures, passed away at 83 due to acute myeloid leukemia, leaving behind works like ‘Loss and Regeneration’ and ‘Blue’ that continue to inspire the art world.

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[RIP] Joel Shapiro, Sculptor of Emotive Figures 🎨, Dies at 83 💫

The world loses a giant in the world of art 🌟. Joel Shapiro, known for his monumental sculptures resembling stick figures in motion, passed away at 83 from acute myeloid leukemia. His work, including “Loss and Regeneration” for the Holocaust Museum and “Blue” for the Kennedy Center, is celebrated in major museums across the globe 🎨.

Shapiro’s early works, featuring small-scale sculptures of everyday objects like chairs and coffins, set the stage for his later exploration into larger-than-life, emotion-laden figures. His contributions to Post-Minimalism, particularly his studies at the Whitney Museum, remain influential today 🗺️.

We honor his legacy by remembering him as a trailblazer who pushed the boundaries of sculpture and inspired future generations of artists 🎨His daughter shared her father’s final moments and his unshakable passion for art 🌟 Joel Shapiro was not just an artist—he was a symbol of creativity and resilience, proving that art transcends life’s most profound challenges.

In memoriam 🕊️ To the soulful sculptures of Joel Shapiro—thank you for lighting up our hearts with your work. 🥰

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https://hyperallergic.com/1020650/joel-shapiro-sculptor-of-emotive-figures-dies-at-83/

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Joel Shapiro, a renowned sculptor known for his monumental stick figure sculptures, passed away at 83 due to acute myeloid leukemia, leaving behind works like ‘Loss and Regeneration’ and ‘Blue’ that continue to inspire the art world.

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