Cy Twombly
April 25, 1928 – July 5, 2011
Edwin Parker (Cy) Twombly, Jr. was an American artist celebrated for his large-scale paintings, characterized by freely scribbled, calligraphic-style marks. These distinctive works are often set against solid fields of subdued colors like gray, tan, or off-white, creating a unique visual language that captivated global audiences.