James Lee Byars

American artist (1932-1997)

James Lee Byars was an American conceptual artist and performance artist specializing in installations and sculptures, as well as a self-considered mystic. He was best known for his use of personal esoteric motifs, and his creative persona that has been described as 'half dandified trickster and half minimalist seer'. Byars was born Detroit, Michigan, and died in Cairo, Egypt.

Filmography in the catalog

Credited on 2 films (1972) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.

Year ▲ Title CreatorLengthFormatColorSound
1972 [Après documenta V] film by Michel de Rivaz. 7 16mm Color silent
1972 [Après documenta V] / [film by Michel de Rivaz]. 7 16mm Color silent