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Expert: J Heuman - 11/6/2004


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I am researching the original historical moment, the cultural and social meaning of Creation. Also what the work signified to the artist, the patron, and the audiences who originally saw it.  Do you have any suggested resources?

Thanks so much---what a wonderful thing you do here--volunteer your time to help others learn about art---wow! impressive (and lucky for me--I live in a very small town with few resources).
Thanks.

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Greetings Sue:

I would very much like to help, but I'm afraid I need a clearer question.  What "original historical moment"?

Which depiction of "Creation" holds your interest?  Or do you mean the idea of representing Creation?

[If I do not know how to answer your question, I will gladly point you to resources that should help by providing an answer or, at least, context that will allow you to find the answer(s).]

Best wishes, sincerely,
J Heuman

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J Heuman

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Questions pertaining to: [1] art and art history in the Western tradition (especially American modern adn contemporary art); [2] the art historical profession (history and methodology); and, [3]museological practice. If I cannot answer your question, I will do my best to point you to suitable resources. [I cannot deal with questions about mass-produced prints/posters or monetary appraisal/valuation.]

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Following graduate studies, I have remained active in research, writing and public presentation at academic conferences and as Education Curator at a university art museum specializing in 20th-century American art.

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BA Visual Arts (Art History) and MA Art History

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