Located: Near athletes (n11) - Download map
Date completed: 1966–1967
Origin: France
Medium: Painted polyester
Height: 6 ft.

Additional Information

Many pieces in our exhibit are accompanied by a free audio tour and podcast. Links to the audio files are provided below, as well as a transcript of the recording.

Who is Clarice? (mp3)
Phone: (314) 558-4357 - 21#

One of Niki’s earliest works. She was inspired by the feminine curves of her pregnant friend, Clarice Rivers. Clarice was the wife of the American artist, Larry Rivers.

Clarice is a full-figured “everywoman” who revitalizes the ancient form of a fertility goddess. She embodies a timeless concept in a contemporary form. Originally made in 1965 and repainted in 1967.

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