Who Arted: Weekly Art History for All Ages · Kyle Wood

Jackson Pollock | Number 11 (Blue Poles)

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Australia's National Gallery sparked a scandal by paying $2 million for Jackson Pollock's Blue Poles in 1973.

This episode explores Jackson Pollock's life, art, and legacy, focusing on his drip painting method and the controversies around his work's high auction prices. It covers his artistic development, historical context in mid-20th century art, and personal struggles, while addressing public criticism and the irony of his universal yet highly valued creations.

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