Jerry Saltz Reminisces About the 90s NYC Art Scene

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Apr 29

In this year's edition of New York Magazine's annual "yesteryear" issue, chief art critic Jerry Saltz writes about his experiences in the New York City art scene in the 1990s. He discusses his piece, "My ’90s Art World," and take calls from listeners who want to share their own memories.

Photo courtesy of Jerry Saltz; Artist Jeff Koons and art dealer Leo Castelli at Sonnabend Gallery, 1991

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