Description: (Curator)
William Stanley Rubin was a prominent American art scholar recognized for his role as a curator, critic, collector, art historian, and teacher of modern art. He made significant contributions during his time at The Museum of Modern Art in New York City from 1968 to 1988, serving as a curator and director of the Painting and Sculpture Department. Rubin played a pivotal role in expanding MoMA's collection, with a particular emphasis on abstract expressionism, and curated numerous influential exhibitions throughout his career.