1940 Annual Exhibition of Contemporary American Art

Jan 10–Feb 18, 1940

Cover for 1940 Annual Exhibition of Contemporary American Art catalogue

Cover for 1940 Annual Exhibition of Contemporary American Art catalogue

Cover for 1940 Annual Exhibition of Contemporary American Art catalogue

View the full exhibition catalogue at the Internet Archive.

In the News

“. . . the show [. . .] sets and maintains a pace for which there is very possibly no precedent . . .” —The New York Times

“The show, if uneven in quality, and in spots dubious enough, is alive. It is stimulating and provocative.” —The New York Times

“. . . say what you like, the show makes a very definite impact.” —The New York Times

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