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“The non-geometric biomorphic forms of Arp and Miro and Moore are definitely in the ascendant. The formal tradition of Gauguin, Fauvism and Expressionism will probably dominate for some time to come the tradition of Cezanne and Cubism.”

Quote by Alfred H. Barr, Jr.

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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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