Renowned American artist dies at 87

Frank Stella, the celebrated American artist known for his abstract creations, passed away at the age of 87 on Saturday, as confirmed by his longtime representative in a statement.

Stella died at his residence in Manhattan. News of his passing was confirmed by his wife, Dr Harriet E. McGurk, who said the cause was lymphoma.

Marianne Boesky, who has represented Stella since 2014, said in a statement, “It has been a privilege to collaborate with Frank over the past decade. His legacy is extraordinary, and he will be deeply missed.”

Born in 1936 in Massachusetts, Stella attended Phillips Academy in Andover, where he received instruction in painting from Patrick Morgan. He later pursued studies in history and painting at Princeton under Stephen Greene and William Seitz before relocating to New York City in the late 1950s.

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Stella gained early recognition for his monochromatic “Black Paintings,” which were showcased at the Museum of Modern Art when he was just 22 years old, becoming his most renowned contribution to the postwar abstract movement.

Among his notable works are the “Protractor Series,” characterised by curved lines and vibrant colours, crafted during the late 1960s and early 1970s, as well as the neon-infused sculptures inspired by “Moby Dick,” created during the 1980s and 1990s.