Joan Lebold Cohen’s Archive

Joan Lebold Cohen is a pioneering scholar, photographer, and curator who has extensively documented China’s art and culture from the 1960s through the 1990s, capturing the post-Cultural Revolution art scene. Her archive includes a vast collection of photographs, exhibition catalogs, research materials, and books that provide critical insight into the evolution of contemporary Chinese art. This collection is a cornerstone of the Cohen Art Foundation Art Library at KuBe, offering a rare firsthand account of a transformative era in Chinese cultural history.

Jerome A. Cohen’s Legal Archive:

Jerome A. Cohen is a leading authority on Chinese law, international human rights, and the rule of law and has assembled an extensive archive of legal texts, case studies, and scholarly writings on East Asian legal systems, diplomacy, and governance. His collection includes foundational works on Chinese legal reform, international business law, human rights advocacy, and the rule of law, making it an invaluable resource for researchers and scholars. Selections from his archive contribute to broader discussions on art law, cultural property, and the legal frameworks that shape the global art world.

Ethan Cohen’s Contemporary Art Archive

Ethan Cohen is a gallerist, art dealer, appraiser, collector, and curator specializing in Chinese contemporary art, global avant-garde movements, and political art. His archive reflects decades of work in the international art world, featuring exhibitions, artist interviews, critical essays, and documentation of works by Chinese dissident artists, African contemporary artists, and other influential figures. His expertise in the art market, combined with his curatorial vision, has shaped a significant collection that highlights the intersections of art, politics, and culture.