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Who gets to say what counts as contemporary art? Artists, critics, curators, gallerists, auctioneers, collectors, or the public? Revealing how these groups have shaped multifaceted definition, this title shows that a historical approach offers the best answer to the question: What Is Contemporary Art?

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"What is Contemporary Art? far surpasses other books that have sought to grapple with the question. Terry Smith's voice is strong and convincing, his arguments are clear yet subtle, and his descriptions of the many biennials and artworks he addresses are invaluable. Particularly fascinating are his insights on the role of the art market in the crystallization of contemporary art." - Alexander Alberro, Columbia University"

What is Contemporary Art

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      Publisher: The University of Chicago Press
      Publication Date: 15/10/2009
      ISBN13: 9780226764313, 978-0226764313
      ISBN10: 0226764311
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      The arts: general topics

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Who gets to say what counts as contemporary art? Artists, critics, curators, gallerists, auctioneers, collectors, or the public? Revealing how these groups have shaped multifaceted definition, this title shows that a historical approach offers the best answer to the question: What Is Contemporary Art?

      Trade Review
      "What is Contemporary Art? far surpasses other books that have sought to grapple with the question. Terry Smith's voice is strong and convincing, his arguments are clear yet subtle, and his descriptions of the many biennials and artworks he addresses are invaluable. Particularly fascinating are his insights on the role of the art market in the crystallization of contemporary art." - Alexander Alberro, Columbia University"

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