Ousted Kennedy Center Chairman Buys Dismantled 'Blue' Sculpture
David Rubenstein, the former chairman of the Kennedy Center, has acquired the sculpture 'Blue' by artist Deborah Butterfield, which was removed from the center's campus last week. The purchase was made from the artist's foundation. Rubenstein plans to display the work at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. The sculpture's removal occurred amid a leadership change at the Kennedy Center, where Rubenstein was ousted as chairman. The acquisition ensures the artwork remains accessible to the public in the nation's capital.
Key facts
- David Rubenstein purchased the sculpture 'Blue'.
- The sculpture was removed from the Kennedy Center last week.
- The purchase was made from the artist's foundation.
- Rubenstein will display the sculpture at the National Gallery of Art.
- Rubenstein is the ousted former chairman of the Kennedy Center.
- The sculpture is by artist Deborah Butterfield.
- The removal happened amid a leadership change at the Kennedy Center.
- The artwork will remain in Washington, D.C.
Entities
Artists
- Deborah Butterfield
Institutions
- Kennedy Center
- National Gallery of Art
- Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Locations
- Washington, D.C.
- United States