Scott Burton, an innovative sculptor, believed his decision to leave his estate to MoMA would secure his legacy, but it instead rendered him almost invisible in art history.
Before his death, Burton's works sold for over $100,000 and were sought after by prominent collectors, highlighting the strong demand and critical acclaim he had achieved.
Burton was pioneering in creating tactile sculptures that encouraged interaction, allowing viewers to touch and engage with art, which was a departure from the aloofness of minimalism.
Despite his significant contributions, Burton's passing marked a dramatic decline in the recognition of his work, with many public installations altered or removed, questioning the permanence of an artist's legacy.
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