Explore the profound impact of Herbert Bayer, a Bauhaus-trained artist and designer, on Aspen's artistic landscape in this 47-minute discussion. Delve into Bayer's 30-year legacy in Aspen, spanning architecture, landscape design, painting, sculpture, tapestry, and wall-scapes. Discover how Bayer's work represents the fullest expression of the Bauhaus movement in America. Join Aspen Institute CEO Dan Porterfield and curator Bernard Jazzar as they examine Bayer's aesthetic and celebrate his multifaceted achievements. Learn about the highly anticipated Resnick Center for Herbert Bayer Studies and gain insights into the artistic genius of this prolific polymath who shaped Aspen's cultural identity.
Through the Lens of Bayer - The Aesthetic Beauty of Bauhaus in Aspen
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Through the Lens of Bayer: The Aesthetic Beauty of Bauhaus Comes to Life
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