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Lygia Clark Exhibition at MoMA Explores Artist's Dialogue with Mao

exhibition · 2026-04-22

An exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City features the work of Brazilian artist Lygia Clark. The show examines Clark's artistic dialogue with Mao Zedong, the former leader of China. The exhibition opened on August 19, 2014, as documented by artcritical. Lygia Clark, known for her Neo-Concrete movement contributions, created works that engaged with political and philosophical ideas. The Museum of Modern Art in New York presented this exploration of Clark's intersection with Maoist thought. This presentation highlights Clark's broader engagement with global political figures. The exhibition provides insight into how Clark's practice responded to international ideological currents. Artcritical covered the exhibition's opening on their platform.

Key facts

  • Lygia Clark exhibition at Museum of Modern Art
  • Exhibition explores Clark's dialogue with Mao Zedong
  • Exhibition opened August 19, 2014
  • Covered by artcritical publication
  • Museum of Modern Art located in New York City
  • Lygia Clark was a Brazilian artist
  • Mao Zedong was former leader of China
  • Clark associated with Neo-Concrete movement

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Artists

  • Lygia Clark

Institutions

  • Museum of Modern Art
  • artcritical

Locations

  • New York City
  • United States
  • Brazil
  • China

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