Wright and O'Keeffe

Author: [Spanish] Paco Asensio
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: In the 20th century, the United States emerged as a leading political, military, economic, and cultural power. However, in the fields of architecture and painting, it still remained under the dominance of European styles. This situation changed in architecture with the works of Frank Lloyd Wright (1867—1959), the controversial and renowned American architect, who developed the principles of organic architecture from his designs across the country. In painting, Georgia O'Keeffe (1887—1986) also created a new style, exceptionally precise and deeply inspired by nature. From the journey across the Midwest to the desert—the indispensable western journey in American mythology—both Wright and O'Keeffe found unique energy to express in their works, without relying on European developments, truly reflecting the image of a new nation. Studying the works of these two pioneers is essential for understanding the history of art and architecture, and examining their works together provides valuable insights into the voice of American artists.