Louise Nevelson (1899–1988) was a pioneering American sculptor celebrated for her monumental, monochromatic wooden wall pieces and outdoor sculptures. Born in the Russian Empire, she emigrated to the United States as a child and grew up in Maine. Nevelson's artistic journey began with early experiments in painting and printing, but she found her true voice in sculpture, using found wooden objects to create intricate, puzzle-like assemblages. Her work, often painted in black or white, transformed urban debris into powerful narratives that explored themes of space, light, and shadow. A key figure in the development of installation art, Nevelson's influence extended beyond her own practice, inspiring generations of artists, particularly those involved in the Feminist art movement. Her work is held in prominent collections worldwide, including the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Tate in London.