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George Rickey

1907 – 2002

George Rickey
Modern
Modern

George Rickey

Born 1907 Died 2002 Works span 1947–1983

George Rickey: Sculpting Motion and Geometry George Rickey (1907 – 2002) stands as a singular figure in American sculpture, recognized for his groundbreaking approach to kinetic art—a fusion of geometric abstraction and mechanical movement that captivated audiences throughout the mid-century. Born in South Bend, Indiana, Rickey’s formative years were marked by an early fascination with simple mechanisms, specifically the conical latch…

13
dated works
1
chapters
1947
first work
1983
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through George Rickey's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups George Rickey's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.