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About Donald Judd
Donald Judd (1928–1994) was an important figure in twentieth-century American art, renowned for his influence on the minimalist movement, despite his aversion to the term. His work fundamentally altered the perception of sculpture by emphasizing simplicity, geometric forms and the use of industrial materials like Plexiglas and plywood. Judd's pieces, often arranged in series such as 'boxes', 'stacks' and 'progressions', created diverse atmospheres and spatial experiences, challenging traditional distinctions between painting and sculpture. His objects, devoid of pedestals, emphasized the purity of form and color while questioning conventional notions of authorship and hierarchy in art. Judd his early career began with paintings that evolved into mostly monochrome, abstract works with spatialized surfaces. This evolution led him to create three-dimensional objects that occupied space in a new way.
His move to Marfa, Texas, marked a significant expansion of his practice. There, he engaged in site-specific installations, architectural projects and furniture design. By 1984, Judd had designed a range of wood and metal furniture, including beds, desks, chairs and tables. Judd worked closely with local carpenters and master craftsmen to ensure high-quality fabrication, selecting fabricators he trusted to interpret his designs accurately. Beyond his artwork, Judd's legacy includes the Chinati Foundation, which he established to promote artist-led exhibition practices as an alternative to traditional museums. His works are featured in numerous prestigious collections, including the MoMA, the Guggenheim Museum, the S.M.A.K. Museum of Contemporary Art, the Tate and the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum.