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Art thrust into the public sphere

Author
Becker, Carol
Document type
Article (journal)
Language
English
Source
Art journal. 1991, Num. 3, Vol. 50, 65-68, 1 ill.
ISSN
0004-3249
Abstract (en)
Describes two controversial incidents involving the display of provocative art which took place at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, 1988-1989. The first involved the removal of David Nelson's painting, a portrait of Harold Washington, the late mayor of Chicago; the second involved Scott Tyler's installation, What is the Proper Way to Display the U.S. Flag?. Discusses the socio-political, legal, monetary and other issues raised by these incidents, and relates them to recent political attacks on art in the national arena. Argues that the American art community must wage a counter-offensive battle to beat the media, the politicians and organized opposition at their own game. Concludes that there should be no apology for or fear of art works that provoke controversy and debate in a supposedly pluralistic and democratic society.
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DatabaseBHA (Inist-CNRS/GRI)

Identifier19920701-00427496

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