October 2009
Beginner
376 pages
14h 37m
English
NEW YORK CITY IN THE 1950S
Emerging from World War II as a cornucopia of economic and artistic innovation, New York City became home to a number of European artists and intellectuals who melded their unique traditions with American ideals. The streets bustled with newly invigorated music and art venues, dedicated to making New York City not only the cultural capital of America but of the world. In this climate of artistic invention and creativity, a close-knit network of museums, dealers, galleries, and artist groups emerged, most notably under the umbrella of Abstract Expressionism. ...
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