John Baldessari was an American conceptual artist known for his groundbreaking work in photography, painting, and installation art. He was born in National City, California in 1931 and studied art at various institutions, including San Diego State University and the University of California, Berkeley.
Baldessari's work often involved the use of photographs, which he combined with text, painting, and other media to create complex, multi-layered pieces. He was known for his irreverent sense of humor and his willingness to challenge traditional notions of art and art-making.
Throughout his career, Baldessari received numerous awards and honors, including a Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Biennale in 2009. He died in 2020 at the age of 88. Today, his work is considered some of the most important examples of conceptual art, and his influence can be seen in the work of many contemporary artists.
John Baldessari "A two-dimensional..." Offset Lithograph, Plate Signed. Image (approx): 14.75 x 17