Lee Bontecou

One of the most widely recognized female artists of the 1960s, Lee Bontecou (born in 1931 in Providence, Rhode Island) creates welded wall reliefs, hanging sculptures, and prints that reflect her interest in natural and man-made forms. Through such works, Bontecou has sought to capture “as much of life as possible—no barriers—no boundaries—all freedom in every sense.” Bontecou studied art the Art Students League in New York City fro