Biography
British artist Carl Plackman (1943–2004) was one of the most innovative sculptors of his generation, as well as being one of the country’s most influential teachers working at the Royal College of Art, London (1974–80) and at Goldsmiths’ College, London (1970–99). Many of the students he taught have gone on to become major names in British contemporary art, including Tony Cragg, Damien Hirst, Liam Gillick and Alison Wilding. Solo shows of Plackman’s work have been held at various institutions across the UK, including the Arnolfini, Bristol (1978); Huddersfield Art Gallery (2007); Stanley Picker Gallery, Kingston upon Thames (2007); Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff (1979) and Chisenhale Gallery, London (1987). His work can be found in a number of prestigious permanent collections including those of Tate, British Arts Council, Henry Moore Institute, Victoria and Albert Museum, London, The British Museum, London, Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales, Cardiff, and the Art Gallery NSW, Australia.
Published in: Contemporary Art Society, Acquisitions & Art Consultancy, London, 2016
