Though he lived as an unknown artist during his lifetime, in death Henry Darger has achieved high acclaim in the art world. Not since Andy Warhol exploded onto the scene in the 1960s has the contemporary art world held an artist in such high esteem. Since his death in 1973, Darger gained notoriety as one of the greatest self-taught artist in America and the best outsider artist in the world. His illustrations are described by many as nothing short of genius, though that is a paradox of sorts. Darger’s works were never intended to be shared with the public.
Darger lived as a virtual recluse and was known only to a small circle of co-workers and neighbors throughout his entire life. No one was aware of his special passion or that he indulged
Darger lived as a virtual recluse and was known only to a small circle of co-workers and neighbors throughout his entire life. No one was aware of his special passion or that he indulged