James Lee Byars

James Lee Byars (1932–1997) was an American artist, sculptor and draftsperson.

Also recorded as James Lee Byers.

James Lee Byars in brief

Born
1932
Died
1997
Known for
artist, sculptor, draftsperson and photographer
Place of birth
Detroit
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Overview

Born at Detroit in 1932, died at Cairo in 1997.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The authority associates the name with conceptual art.

Work by James Lee Byars is recorded in the collections of Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Whitney Museum of American Art, Museum of Modern Art, Stedelijk Museum voor Actuele Kunst and CODA Museum.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “James Lee Byars”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q882861: James Lee Byars

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