'The Representation of Space': lecture by Mark Cousins, 16th March, 1988

Extent: 1 audio cassette (90min), 4 digital files (937 MB )

Comprises audio recording of a lecture entitled 'The Representation of Space', given by Mark Cousins on the 16th March, 1988. The lecture took place from 12 noon in the AA Graduate School Lower Seminar Room, Bedford Square. The recordings consist of a KI C90 audio cassette tape, 2 digital preservation files (859 MB, .wav format) and 2 digital access files (78 MB, .mp3 format). Duration of access version: 1h 21min 06sec.

Copyright: Architectural Association

Creator: Mark Cousins

Admin History: The lecture was part of the AA Graduate School / History and Theory Programme series, 'Theory'. The lecture primarily concerns the history of representing space and 'reality' and the norms of Western art. Cousins examines the importance of the visual experience in providing greater 'transparency' and reflection of reality. He discusses the effects of innovations such as the representation of conceptual ideas and the function of illustrated narratives. Key to Cousins' argument regarding the effects of realism in representation are provided by case-studies of the transition of Egyptian to Greek art and the remarkable impact of the Post-Renaissance visual experience.

Custodial History: Audio cassette recording was made by the AA Audio Visual Departement and retained by the AA Photo Library until 2019, when it was transferred to the AA Archives.

Aquisition: Audio cassette was transferred from the AA Photo Libary to the AA Archives in 2019. Digital preservation and access copies were created by the AA Archives in 2021.

Archive Note: Catalogue description by Samaneh Karimelahi

Publication Note: AA Events List, Week 10, Spring Term, 14-18th March, 1988