Frank Lloyd Wright
Frank Lloyd Wright (1867–1959) was an American architect widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in modern architecture. Known for his concept of “organic architecture, an approach that sought to harmonise built structures with their natural surroundings through the integration of form, material, and environment.
Although not directly part of the postwar Paris art scene, Wright formed part of the broader network of figures whose recognition carried significant weight for artists working internationally. During his years in Paris, Ellsworth Kelly relied on the support and endorsement of a number of influential cultural figures, including John Cage, Edgar Kaufmann Jr., Henri-Pierre Roché, Henri Seyrig, and Wright himself.
Kelly’s connection to Wright, however, remained indirect. He was acquainted with the architect through Hilla Rebay, whose longstanding professional relationship with Wright—most notably in connection with the design of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum—was expected by Kelly to facilitate a favorable introduction or endorsement.
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