Alexander Calder Artist

Alexander Calder (/ˈkɔːldər/; July 22, 1898 – November 11, 1976) was an American sculptor known as the originator of the mobile, a type of kinetic sculpture made with delicately balanced or suspended components which move in response to motor power or air currents. Calder’s stationary sculptures are called stabiles. He also produced numerous wire figures, notably for a miniature circus.

Personal facts

Birth date	July 22, 1898
Birth place	Lawnton Pennsylvania , United States
Nationality	United States
Date of death	November 11, 1976
Place of death	New York City , United States , New York