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Die Galerie Schmela: Amerikanisch-deutscher Kunsttransfer und die Entwicklung des internationalen Kunstmarktes in den 1960er Jahren

Die Galerie Schmela: Amerikanisch-deutscher Kunsttransfer und die Entwicklung des internationalen Kunstmarktes in den 1960er Jahren

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Galerie Schmela, founded in 1957 in Düsseldorf, played a crucial role in the transatlantic art market during the 1960s. This monograph explores the gallery's first ten years, highlighting Alfred Schmela's innovative exhibition practices and networking strategies. It challenges the "Schmela myth" and provides a scientifically researched and analytical perspective based on the gallery archives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 350 pages
Publication date: 18 April 2022
Publisher: De Gruyter


Galerie Schmela, established in 1957 in Düsseldorf, gained prominence for its early commitment to contemporary American art in the 1960s. This monograph delves into the gallery's formative decade, from its establishment to 1967, during which it played a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of the international art market. The book sheds light on Alfred Schmela's innovative approach to exhibition practices and networking strategies, which served as a blueprint for subsequent generations of gallery owners and art dealers. By challenging the prevailing "Schmela myth" through rigorous research, analysis, and access to the gallery's archives, the book offers a nuanced and empirically grounded perspective on the gallery's impact.

Galerie Schmela, founded in 1957 in Düsseldorf, emerged as a significant player in the transatlantic art scene during the 1960s. Its unwavering dedication to contemporary American art propelled it to prominence. This monograph specifically focuses on the gallery's initial decade, from its establishment in 1957 to 1967. During this period, Galerie Schmela exerted a profound influence on the development of the international art market. The book highlights Alfred Schmela's innovative approach to exhibition practices and networking strategies. By employing pioneering techniques and cultivating robust connections, Schmela played a pivotal role in shaping the market's landscape. This monograph aims to dispel the prevailing "Schmela myth" by conducting thorough research, employing analytical methods, and drawing upon the extensive gallery archives. Through its comprehensive examination, the book provides a nuanced and empirically grounded understanding of Galerie Schmela's contributions to the art world.

Weight: 1005g
Dimension: 240 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783110720877

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