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Excerpts from an oral history interview of André Emmerich conducted by Avis Berman, New York City, May 15 and 17, 2002
1. Emmerich recalls his childhood, his interest in being an art dealer, and his early career in publishing and journalism. 4:46
2. Emmerich comments on his interest in showing, selling, and documenting Pre-Columbian art. 2:57
3. Emmerich discusses his art history studies at Oberlin College in 1945, his work at Oberlin's Allen Memorial Art Museum, and the development of his taste in art. 3:24
4. Emmerich recalls painter Helen Frankenthaler at a costume party. 1:48
5. Emmerich discusses showing painter Adolph Gottlieb and building a roster of artists. 1:52
6. Emmerich comments on prejudice against women artists in the art world. 2:02
7. Emmerich elucidates the challenges of promoting sculptors. 2:48
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Emmerich recalls adding painters Morris Louis, Kenneth Noland, and Jules Olitski to his gallery. 1:46

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