Dialogue of the Tribal and the Modern and its Heritage
Edited by Phyllis Hattis.
An intimate look into the private collection of the legendary MoMA curator
This volume documents the art collection of MoMA curator William Rubin (1927–2006) and his impact on modern art in the US. Renowned as Director of Painting and Sculpture at the Museum of Modern Art from 1967 to 1988, Rubin was recognized for his unprecedented acquisitions for MoMA’s collection and the groundbreaking exhibitions that showcased them, which were accompanied by monographs that have become essential art historical reading. This publication focuses on Rubin’s private collection, providing rare insights into how he lived, what he wrote and the objects with which he surrounded himself. This 400-page book accompanies a traveling international exhibition of the collection and is sumptuously illustrated with full-page plates and details.
Featured image is reproduced from 'Masterpieces from the William Rubin Collection.'
PRAISE AND REVIEWS
The Brooklyn Rail
Darren Jones
This sumptuous tome includes remembrances by art world luminaries, colleagues, and Rubin’s family, giving an unusually candid insight into the man and what compelled him. The book is inventively and consummately designed, and is narrated throughout by Rubin’s own statements and reflections.
FORMAT: Hbk, 10 x 11.5 in. / 400 pgs / 400 color. LIST PRICE: U.S. $75.00 LIST PRICE: CANADA $105 ISBN: 9788857251455 PUBLISHER: SKIRA AVAILABLE: 3/19/2024 DISTRIBUTION: D.A.P. RETAILER DISC: TRADE PUBLISHING STATUS: Active AVAILABILITY: In stock TERRITORY: NA ONLY
Masterpieces from the William Rubin Collection Dialogue of the Tribal and the Modern and its Heritage
Published by SKIRA. Edited by Phyllis Hattis.
An intimate look into the private collection of the legendary MoMA curator
This volume documents the art collection of MoMA curator William Rubin (1927–2006) and his impact on modern art in the US. Renowned as Director of Painting and Sculpture at the Museum of Modern Art from 1967 to 1988, Rubin was recognized for his unprecedented acquisitions for MoMA’s collection and the groundbreaking exhibitions that showcased them, which were accompanied by monographs that have become essential art historical reading.
This publication focuses on Rubin’s private collection, providing rare insights into how he lived, what he wrote and the objects with which he surrounded himself. This 400-page book accompanies a traveling international exhibition of the collection and is sumptuously illustrated with full-page plates and details.
