Lincoln Kirstein

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American^[1] b. 4 May 1907, Rochester, New York, U.S.^[1] d. 5 January 1996, New York City, New York, U.S.^[1] active 1927–1996

Lincoln Kirstein was an American writer, impresario, and art connoisseur who played a pivotal role in the development of modern dance in the United States. He is most notably recognized as the co-founder of the New York City Ballet alongside George Balanchine. A significant contributor to photography literature, Kirstein wrote influential essays on various artists, including Walker Evans and Henri Cartier-Bresson. His literary output was diverse, ranging from poetry and novels to histories of ballet and memoirs. He was a major patron of the arts, supporting numerous figures in the visual and performing arts throughout his career.^[1]

• Modern Dance
• Art Patronage
• Photography Criticism