Robert Therrien Retrospective at The Broad Explores Artist's Career Beyond Iconic Table Sculpture

The Broad museum in Los Angeles is presenting 'Robert Therrien: This is a Story,' a comprehensive exhibition showcasing over 120 works by the late artist. Curated by Ed Schad, the show runs through April 5 and aims to introduce audiences to Therrien's broader artistic practice beyond his well-known monumental furniture pieces. The exhibition traces his five-decade career, featuring sculptures, drawings, and installations that draw from childhood memories and everyday objects while blending whimsy with underlying tension. Therrien, who was born in Chicago in 1947 and spent most of his life in Los Angeles, gained recognition in the 1980s and worked with notable galleries including Leo Castelli and Konrad Fischer. The retrospective includes archival materials and explores how his personal studio environment influenced his creative process.