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One of America's leading curators takes you on a personal tour of the world of modern art. In the Depression-era climate of the 1930s, Katharine Kuh defied the odds and opened a gallery in Chicago, where she exhibited such relatively unknown artists as Fernand Léger, Paul Klee, Joan Miró, Ansel Adams, Marc Chagall, and Alexander Calder. Her extraordinary story reveals how and why America became a major force in the world of contemporary art.
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73 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm.
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English
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"This book gives a glimpse into a twenty-five-year period of artwork from 1990-2015. Much more was created in this passionate life cut short. Perhaps there will be another book or another way for his work to be appreciated. As he is held in the hearts and memories of many friends and patrons, more exposure to his art is awaited. Savor this glimpse till the full view appears" -- introduction.
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1 videodisc (approximately 220 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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"Go behind the scenes to meet today's most fascinating contemporary artists in Season Three of the Emmy-nominated ART:21--ART IN THE 21st CENTURY documentary series. Unparalled in access to today's young artists, this unique series takes viewers into artists' studios, homes, and communities to provide an intimate view of their lives, work, creative processes, and sources of inspiration. The four one-hour programs present 18 artists working in the...
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xv, 366 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
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"Most people outside of the art world view art as something that is foreign to their experiences and everyday lives. A People's Art History of the United States places art history squarely in the rough-and-tumble of politics, social struggles, and the fight for justice from the colonial era through the present day. Author and radical artist Nicolas Lampert combines historical sweep with detailed examinations of individual artists and works in a politically...
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