Artists' Fascination with the Market
A 2009 article in artpress questions what makes contemporary art relevant, arguing that the intrinsic power of contemporary art lies in its ability to provoke questioning. However, this process has been disrupted in recent years by a prevalent media narrative equating relevance with high market value. The article suggests that the market's influence has skewed perceptions, leading artists and audiences to prioritize financial worth over critical inquiry.
Key facts
- The article was published in artpress in April 2009.
- Contemporary art's relevance is tied to its ability to provoke questioning.
- Media narratives have promoted the idea that the most relevant art is the most expensive.
- The market's influence has disrupted the questioning process intrinsic to contemporary art.
- The article is titled 'Les ventes : Les artistes fascinés par le marché'.
Entities
Institutions
- artpress
Sources
- artpress —