NGA Classroom: Counting on Art: Student Activity: Calder's Balancing Acts

Student Activity: Calder's Balancing Acts (all grade levels)

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Alexander Calder made thousands of works of art during his lifetime. While he is most famous for his moving sculptures, called mobiles, he also made delicate drawings, bold paintings, jewelry, and huge metal sculptures. Sculpture makes up about a quarter of his work.

Alexander Calder, Obus, 1972

Alexander Calder, Rearing Stallion, c. 1928

Alexander Calder, Little Spider, c. 1940

Alexander Calder, Vertical Constellation with Bomb, 1943

Quick Calder Quiz:

Which word does NOT describe Calder:

Click on all the words to learn about Alexander Calder. Then click on Calder's National Gallery mobile to find out more about him and his art.

Alexander Calder, Untitled, 1976

Reproduction, including downloading, of Calder works is prohibited by copyright laws and international conventions without the express written permission of the copyright holder. Requests for reproduction should be directed to Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

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