The Story Of The Armory Show is a book written by Walt Kuhn that chronicles the history and impact of the Armory Show, an art exhibition that took place in New York City in 1913. The Armory Show was a groundbreaking event that introduced modern art to the American public, showcasing works by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, and Marcel Duchamp.Kuhn, who was one of the organizers of the exhibition, provides a detailed account of the planning and execution of the event, as well as the reactions of the public and ...
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The Story Of The Armory Show is a book written by Walt Kuhn that chronicles the history and impact of the Armory Show, an art exhibition that took place in New York City in 1913. The Armory Show was a groundbreaking event that introduced modern art to the American public, showcasing works by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, and Marcel Duchamp.Kuhn, who was one of the organizers of the exhibition, provides a detailed account of the planning and execution of the event, as well as the reactions of the public and the press. He also discusses the controversy and criticism that the show generated, with many people finding the avant-garde works of art to be shocking and offensive.The book includes numerous illustrations of the artworks that were featured in the exhibition, as well as photographs of the Armory building and the crowds that attended the show. Kuhn's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in the history of modern art.Overall, The Story Of The Armory Show is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the cultural landscape of early 20th century America. It offers a unique perspective on a momentous event that changed the course of art history and helped to shape the cultural landscape of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Good+ Ex-lib. Small pamphlet describing art show. Date of 1913 penciled beneath title. Small label on lower left of front cover bearing library number. Small stamp on each flyleaf with library name. Shelf wear to cover, otherwise clean and unmarked throughout. Includes list of exhibitors from show.; 8vo 8"-9" tall; 25 pages.
