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Seated Dress with Impression of Drapery

Explore Karen La Monte's life-size sculptures in ceramic & bronze! Her evocative figures, draped in implied clothing, capture the human form with grace & artistry.

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Artist Biography

Karen La Monte: Sculpting Absence and Embracing Illusion

Karen La Monte (born December 14, 1967) is an American artist renowned for her monumental sculptures crafted from ceramic, bronze, marble, and cast glass. Her work delves into profound themes of beauty, gender identity, cultural influence, and the natural world—concepts she explores through meticulously draped garments on invisible figures, mirroring a fascination with how perceptions of beauty shape desire and contribute to societal values. Like spoken or written language, La Monte believes beauty is rooted in shared experiences and common idioms, representing more than just description; it’s a visual reflection of what holds significance within a culture. LaMonte earned her BFA from Rhode Island School of Design, initiating her artistic journey with an early passion for glass sculpture at studios in New York and New Jersey. Recognizing the transformative potential of collaborative endeavors, she established a permanent studio in Prague on a Fulbright scholarship in 1999, where she created Vestige (2000)—a striking glass sculpture depicting a life-sized dress draped over an unseen female form—capturing international acclaim thanks to Arthur Danto’s insightful essay about it. This piece cemented her reputation as an innovator pushing boundaries between representation and reality. Her artistic development accelerated in the early 2000s with the creation of Absence Adorned, a series of life-sized glass sculptures exploring the interplay between public and private identities through garments concealing female figures—a deliberate reimagining of traditional nude depictions. Exhibited initially at the Czech Museum of Fine Arts in Prague, these sculptures garnered critical acclaim and established LaMonte as a leading voice in contemporary sculpture. The Corning Museum of Glass recognized her talent with the Specialty Glass Residency, followed by the James Renwick Alliance Master of the Medium Award for her dedication to mastering various artistic mediums. Further accolades included the Smithsonian Archives of American Art Oral History Interview documenting her creative process and the Corning Museum of Glass/Kohler Arts Center Joint Artist-in-Residence Program fostering collaborative exploration. Notable awards include the Virginia A. Groot Foundation Recognition Award, awarded for her contribution to UrbanGlass’s New Talent in Glass program, and The Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation Biennial Award acknowledging her artistic excellence. Her work has been showcased globally, solidifying her position as a significant figure in contemporary art. LaMonte's enduring influence stems from her commitment to investigating complex ideas through sculptural form—specifically the exploration of clothing as an implied presence of the human figure. This approach reflects a broader interest in examining cultural narratives and challenging conventional artistic representations. Her sculptures serve as powerful meditations on identity, beauty, and the relationship between artifice and reality, continuing to inspire artists and viewers alike.
  • Notable Museums Exhibiting Her Work: Spencer Museum of Art, Toledo Museum of Art, Tucson Museum of Art, Vero Beach Museum of Art, Corning Museum of Glass
  • Honors & Awards Received: James Renwick Alliance Master of the Medium Award, Smithsonian Archives of American Art Oral History Interview, Corning Museum of Glass/Kohler Arts Center Joint Artist-in-Residence Program
  • Influential Publications: Arthur Danto’s Essay on Vestige – “The Role of Artifice and Illusion”
Source Material: Wikipedia Search, Karen La Monte Website
karen la monte

karen la monte

1967 - , United States of America

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Figurative Sculpture
  • Date Of Birth: 1967
  • Full Name: Karen La Monte
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Artworks: ['Seated Dress with Impression of Drapery']
  • Place Of Birth: United States of America
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