Barbara Chase-Riboud

Barbara Chase-Riboud (born June 26, 1939, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American sculptor and artist, known for her large-scale, abstract sculptures. Chase-Riboud's work is often inspired by African art and history, and frequently incorporates materials like bronze, steel, and rope. Her sculptures, like those pictured above, often explore themes of power, oppression, and resistance. Chase-Riboud's sculptures are known for their textural richness and their ability to evoke a sense of both fragility and strength.