Association of American Painters and Sculptors

The Association of American Painters and Sculptors was an influential group formed in 1913 to promote modern art in the United States. It aimed to support artists working in new, innovative styles beyond traditional methods, fostering the acceptance of modern painting and sculpture. The organization organized exhibitions, including the famous 1913 Armory Show, which introduced America to avant-garde European art. Its efforts helped shape American modernism and provided a platform for emerging artists to gain recognition in a changing artistic landscape.