Untitled conference paper, Mark Cousins, 11th February, 2001

Extent: 2 digital files (568 MB)

Comprises video recording of an untitled paper', given by Mark Cousins on the 11th February, 2001, as part of the 'German Architecture and its Changing Pasts' conference organised by the AA. The conference took place in the Main Lecture Hall, Bedford Square. The recordings consist of a digital preservation copy (366 MB, .MPG format) and a digital access copy (202MB, .MP4 format).

Copyright: Architectural Association

Creator: Mark Cousins

Admin History: This lecture primarily deals with the holocaust. After an initial outline, Mark Cousins proceeds to explore the notion of secrecy in the 'order of representation'. He then elaborates on the nature of mourning and memory and the issue of identification with the lost object. Finally he explores the architecture of holocaust memorial museums and the role of the architects and architecture in sites where such horrific events took place.

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

Aquisition: The recording was transferred from the AA Photo Library 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