Eldzier’s work is defined by its modernism sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.

The Room No. VI
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916–2015

Coming Home from Work
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Classical Study #41
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916–2015

Dance Composition No. 34
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Figure Assemblage I
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Dance Composition No. 31
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

L'Abbatoire IV
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

L'Abbatoire I
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Environment No. V
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Dance Composition No. 35
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Trilogy No. II
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

L'Abbatoire
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

L'Abbatoire VI
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Jewels/Theme VI
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Sepia Odalisque II
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Dance I/Diptych
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Composition Jewels
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Trio Assemblage I
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Torso
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015

Jewels/Theme V
Eldzier Cortor American, 1916-2015