Arshile Gorky
Waterfall
Arshile Gorky, a pioneer of Abstract Expressionism, created the mesmerizing painting Waterfall in 1943. This captivating piece exemplifies his signature style and is considered one of his most significant works.
The Artist's Life and Influences
Born Vostanik Manoog Adoyan in the Ottoman Empire, Gorky later adopted the name Arshile Gorky to honor Maxim Gorky, a Russian author he admired. After surviving the Armenian Genocide, Gorky immigrated to the United States and became an influent...
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