A Parisian Pioneer of Geometric Abstraction Jack Youngerman (1926 – 2020) stands as a singular figure in the landscape of mid-century American art, recognized primarily for his sculptural constructions and meticulously crafted paintings that championed geometric abstraction. Born in Webster Groves, Missouri, his early years were shaped by a journey through Louisville, Kentucky, before destiny pulled him toward the vibrant intellectual centers of the world. His academic foundation was forged under unique circumstances; fueled by a G.I. scholarship, he pursued studies at the University of Nort…