Mark Lancaster was born in Holmforth, Yorkshire and studied at Newcastle University on the seminal Fine Art ‘Basic’ course from 1961-65.
He taught at Newcastle and Bath Academy of Art and was artist-in-residence at King’s College Cambridge from 1968-70. While in New York in 1964 he worked at Andy Warhol’s Factory, appearing in films and meeting other notable American artists. He settled in New York in 1972 and from 1973-98 designed costumes, lighting and sets for the Merce Cunningham Dance Company.
Eighths relates to Lancaster’s interest in the progression of colour spectrums. Further copies are held in Tate and V&A collections.