Ferris Wheel by Gene Davis (1973)

Ferris Wheel, in brief

Title: Ferris Wheel
Artist: Gene Davis (1920–1985)
Artist born in: Washington, D.C., United States
Date: 1973
Dimensions: 73 × 101 cm

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What is the creation date of "Ferris Wheel" by Gene Davis?

The creation of "Ferris Wheel" by Gene Davis is dated 1973.

How big is the original "Ferris Wheel"?

"Ferris Wheel" measures 73 x 101 cm in its original form. Original dimensions are a useful reference when choosing a reproduction size.

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Who created "Ferris Wheel"?

The artist behind "Ferris Wheel" is Gene Davis. The work is catalogued under Gene Davis's name.

What was Gene Davis's age when "Ferris Wheel" was created?

Gene Davis was 53 years old when creating "Ferris Wheel" in 1973. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1920.

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"Ferris Wheel" by Gene Davis is still protected by copyright. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1985.

About the artist, Gene Davis

1920–1985, United States

Gene Davis

The Architect of Color: The Life and Legacy of Gene Davis In the vibrant tapestry of mid-century American abstraction, few threads shine as brightly or as rhythmically as those woven by Gene Davis. A pioneer of the Color Field movement, Davis possessed a singular ability to transform the canvas into a rhythmic experience of light and motion. Born in Washington, D.C., in 1920, his journey toward becoming a central figure of the Washington Color School was not one of immediate abstraction, but rather a gradual evolution shaped by a keen observational eye. Before he ever commanded the brush to create his iconic stripes, Davis worked as a sportswriter, a profession that demanded a sharp focus on movement, energy, and the unfolding drama of live events—elements that would later find their way into the pulsating verticality of his paintings.

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