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Carl Andre 1972 Oral History Interview Released by Smithsonian Archives of American Art

publication · 2026-03-14

The Smithsonian Institution's Archives of American Art has published a transcript from a 1972 interview with artist Carl Andre. The conversation was conducted by Laurin Raikin as part of the Art World in Turmoil oral history initiative. This archival material offers insights into Andre's perspectives on artistic practice and the contemporary art landscape during that period. The transcript has been digitally processed from original recordings for public accessibility.

Key facts

  • Carl Andre participated in an oral history interview in 1972
  • The interview was conducted by Laurin Raikin for the Archives of American Art
  • This recording is part of the Art World in Turmoil project
  • The transcript has been edited for readability and converted to digital format

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  • New York, NY
  • Quincy, Massachusetts

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