This event is in the past.It took place on May 18, 2026 at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.




Ruth Asawa's wire sculptures transform industrial material into delicate, organic forms that seem to breathe. This retrospective gathers 300+ works tracing her lifelong creative journey, from intricate hanging loops to nature-inspired drawings.
Iconic wire sculptures
Japanese-American artist
Six-decade career
Intricate organic forms
Tips
🎨"incredible to see the full scope of her work, spanning six decades"
🌿inspired by natural forms and observation
☕coffee shop on-site for post-exhibit debrief
Ruth Asawa: Retrospective




Ruth Asawa's wire sculptures transform industrial material into delicate, organic forms that seem to breathe. This retrospective gathers 300+ works tracing her lifelong creative journey, from intricate hanging loops to nature-inspired drawings.
Iconic wire sculptures
Japanese-American artist
Six-decade career
Intricate organic forms
Tips
🎨"incredible to see the full scope of her work, spanning six decades"
🌿inspired by natural forms and observation
☕coffee shop on-site for post-exhibit debrief
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