Alexander Calder at Paul Kasmin Gallery

Though one of Alexander Calder’s better-known mobiles hangs above, it’s this sheet metal llama that catches the eye at Paul Kasmin Gallery in Chelsea. Included in an exhibition which partially recreates a groundbreaking show of New York art curated by Henry Geldzahler in 1969, its flat monochrome links it to surrounding minimal abstractions by Warhol, Noland, Flavin and more. (Through March 8th).

Alexander Calder, Moon Faced Llama (blue and red), painted sheet metal, 1971.

‘Calder Shadows’ at Venus over Manhattan

Famed creator of the mobile and stabile, Alexander Calder, used light and shadow to envision scaled up versions of his sculpture.   In an inspired display technique, Upper East Side gallery Venus Over Manhattan does the same, keeping the gallery dark so that maquettes cast dramatic shadows and the pieces take a step beyond Calder.  (Through Dec 21st).  

Alexander Calder, Morning Cobweb (intermediate maquette), sheet metal, bolts and paint, 1967.