ArtBook - Being Modern: Building the Collection of The Museum of Modern Art

Published to accompany an exhibition of highlights from the collection of The Museum of Modern Art at the Fondation Louis Vuitton, in Paris, Being Modern tells the stories of 120 works of art and design acquired by the Museum between its founding in 1929 and the present, providing a unique insight into one of the world’s greatest collections of modern and contemporary art.

This book features a diverse range of artworks, from paintings and sculptures to digital designs. Organized chronologically, it includes curator insights and an essay by the Museum’s director, offering a fresh perspective on modern art and the evolution of MoMA.

• Highlights 120 significant works from MoMA's collection
• Includes various art forms: paintings, sculptures, and design
• Chronologically organized for a historical perspective
• Curator insights enhance understanding of each piece
• Features an essay by MoMA's director, Glenn D. Lowry