Jon Kessler
- Introduction
- Jon Kessler (born 1957, Yonkers) is an American artist. He began college at SUNY Purchase from 1974—78 but left after two years to travel in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. He returned to Purchase in 1978 and graduated in 1980 with honors. Following graduation, Kessler took up a studio in Brooklyn, New York where he continues to work today. He was one of the founders of the Bozart toy company and is currently a Professor at Columbia University. He also plays guitar for the X-Patsys, a band he started with artist Robert Longo and actress Barbara Sukowa.
- Wikidata
- Q6271047
- Nationality
- American
- Gender
- Male
- Roles
- Artist, Installation Artist, Sculptor
- Names
- Jon Kessler, Jon A. Kessler, John Kessler
- Ulan
- 500099368
Exhibitions
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Theater of Operations: The Gulf Wars 1991–2011
Nov 3, 2019–Mar 1, 2020
MoMA PS1
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Jon Kessler: The Palace at 4 A.M.
Oct 30, 2005–Feb 6, 2006
MoMA PS1
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Contemporary Art in Context
Feb 29–Mar 6, 1988
MoMA
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Made in India
Nov 8, 1985–Jan 21, 1986
MoMA
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New Art Machines
Oct 14–Dec 9, 1984
MoMA PS1
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Jon Kessler has
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