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Starry Night and the Astronauts by Alma Thomas

Starry Night and the Astronauts

Alma Thomas · 1972

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DETAILS
Artist
Alma Thomas
Date
1972
Location
Art Institute of Chicago
Culture
United States
ART MOVEMENTS
Color Field painting
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THE ARTIST

Alma Thomas

1891–1978 · United States

Didn't become a full-time artist until age 69, then created joyful Color Field paintings inspired by her garden.

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