formalist
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More than 100 of his creations made from the 1950s through the 1980s outline his career, from its beginnings in functional pottery to explorations in abstract formalist constructions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
Coogler and actor Adrien Brody both wore broad-shouldered suits paired with T-shirts and more formalist cummerbunds — a house style of Fear of God.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2025
In the 51-page, partially redacted document, Sir Peter said Harry's lawyers had taken "an inappropriate, formalist interpretation of the Ravec process".
From BBC ● Feb. 28, 2024
The complex and lively distribution of shapes and colors underscores why Adams calls himself a formalist.
From New York Times ● Feb. 16, 2023
To the formalist and the negligent," L'Isle replied, "the liturgy is but a form; but to the earnest churchman it is a thing of life.
From The Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters by Sue Petigru Bowen
