Three New York Galleries Present Underrated American Modernists: Pousette-Dart, Noguchi, Krasner

In the autumn of 2003, three exhibitions in New York brought attention to often-overlooked American modernists. Knoedler & Co presented "Richard Pousette-Dart: Mythic Heads and Forms," featuring early works from 1935 to 1942, which ran until November 5. Meanwhile, PaceWildenstein showcased "33 MacDougal Alley: The Interlocking Sculpture of Isamu Noguchi," focusing on 1940s creations until October 4. Robert Miller's exhibition, "Lee Krasner: 'After Palingenesis,'" highlighted pieces from 1966 to 1984 and continued through October 11. These shows serve as a counterpoint to major museums, emphasizing the unique styles of Pousette-Dart, Noguchi's organic sculptures, and Krasner's late career. The article argues for a reassessment of the art historical narrative, particularly regarding Krasner’s absence from the 1951 "Irascibles" photograph.