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“As a movement Cubism had consistently stopped short of complete abstraction. Heretics such as Delaunay had painted pure abstractions but in so doing had deserted Cubism.”

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Alfred H. Barr, Jr.
Alfred H. Barr, Jr.

Alfred H. Barr, Jr. was a prominent American art critic and curator, renowned for his role as the first Director of Painting and Sculpture at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. His contributions to the art world were substantial, particularly in advancing the cause of modern art and curating exhibitions that highlighted the works of contemporary artists. more

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