Max Kozloff, an influential art critic and photographer, passed away at 91. He significantly impacted the art world through his writings in The Nation and Artforum during the 1960s and '70s. Starting as an art critic at age 28, he championed New York artists challenging Abstract Expressionism's dominance. Known for his essay on the political implications of Abstract Expressionism, Kozloff argued that the movement's apolitical stance subtly supported American hegemony. Besides criticism, he pursued photography, focusing on street photography capturing spontaneous, everyday moments of life.
Max Kozloff, a pivotal art critic, influenced the understanding of post-Abstract Expressionism art movements during the 1960s and '70s and later became an acclaimed photographer.
In his notable essay, 'American Painting During the Cold War', Kozloff argues that Abstract Expressionism's claim of artistic autonomy contributed to America's postwar dominance.
His engagement with New York artists like Jasper Johns reflected his interest in evolving ideologies around art, moving beyond the established norms of criticism.
Kozloff's contribution was distinguished by his belief that ideology and political context critically shaped the artistic production through tumultuous artistic landscapes.
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