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The Intangibilities of Form: Skill and Deskilling in Art After the Readymade
The Intangibilities of Form: Skill and Deskilling in Art After the Readymade
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From Duchamp to Warhol, conceptual art, and the “post-visual” practices of the moment, Roberts explores the relationship between artistic labor and productive labor, and the limits and possibilities of authorship. In doing so, he confronts a recurring theme of both conservative and radical detractors of modern art in the twentieth and twenty-first how is skill, and the seeming absence of skill in modern art, to be theorized and evaluated? Drawing on cognitive psychology, labor process theory, social anthropology, and debates in contemporary political philosophy, Roberts‘ book establishes a new critical topography for examining the cultural form of art today.
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Explores how skill and deskilling shape modern art.
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Who is this book for?
If you're interested in the deeper workings of contemporary art, this book offers a fascinating look at how skill and labor influence artistic innovation. Roberts combines multiple disciplines to challenge our understanding of authorship and creativity, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. It's a compelling read for anyone curious about the cultural shifts in art over the last century.