Robert Mangold

Painter

Birthday October 12, 1937

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace New York

Age 87 years old

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About

Minimalist artist who used simple elements and materials to create complex works. Some of his output included "Grey Window Wall" from 1964 and the 12-canvas "Column Structure" series from 2006-07.

Before Fame

He attended the Cleveland Institute of Art from 1956 until 1959 and Yale University from which he graduated with a BFA in 1961 and an MFA in 1963.

Trivia

His first prints were made for Crown Point Press in 1972.

Family Life

He married Sylvia Plimack in 1961. He was the father of director and screenwriter James Mangold.

Associated With

He was influenced by Hans Hofmann.