GENERAL IDEA "TEST PATTERN: T.V DINNER PLATE", 1988 Lawrence Weiner spheres of influence The giant floral sculpture not

The giant floral sculpture not only secured Koon's international reputation but also became a beloved masterpiece

His brave color combinations remain remarkably vital and appealing half a century after their creation

he was considered Canada's most famous artist

75"W (framed)

GENERAL IDEA "TEST PATTERN: T.V DINNER PLATE", 1988 Lawrence Weiner spheres of influence The giant floral sculpture notGeneral Idea was founded in 1967 in Toronto by AA Bronson (b. 1946), Felix Partz (1945 1994), and Jorge Zontal (1944 1994). Over the course of 25 years, they made a significant contribution to postmodern and conceptual art in Canada and beyond. The group was both prolific and multi disciplinary long before it became de rigueur. They worked across a wide range of media including photography, sculpture, painting, mail art, video, installations,