Fortess, Karl E. (Karl Eugene), 1907-1993 Search this
Type:
Sound Recording
Date:
1973 July 18
Place of publication, production, or execution:
No place, unknown, or undetermined
Physical Description:
1 sound cassette ; 47 min., 40 sec.
Summary:
Interview recording ends 00:38:38. Karl Fortess interviews Franklin Alexander. Discussion topics include abstract and figurative painting, Alexander's life, education, his paintings, their subject matter, and his influences. Also discussed is an artist's intent of communication through their artwork. People mentioned include Philip Pearlstein, George Bridgman.
Citation:
Franklin Alexander and Karl E. (Karl Eugene) Fortess. Interview with Franklin Alexander, 1973 July 18. Karl E. Fortess interviews with artists, Circa 1963-1985. Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution.
Additional Forms:
This item has been digitally reformatted. It is available by requesting an appointment in the Archives of American Art's reading rooms, or in certain situations as a Reproduction Request.
Use Note:
Current copyright status is undetermined
Location Note:
Archives of American Art, Smithsonian Institution Washington, D.C. 20560
