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ARTH 103 - Post-Modernism

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The Holy Virgin Mary
Chris Ofili, English, 1996, Post-Modernism. Extremely controversial image of Virgin Mary. Blends African roots of artist with his religion, Roman Catholicism. Elephant dung used in painting -- in African culture, it's a good omen, meaning that if animals could defecate, they could probably get enough food and water to survive. So, this is used to suggest survival and fertility (used on left breast). Images of female genitalia clipped from porn surround -- literal source of life. A Virgin Mary for the new millenium, and new beginnings for art.
Untitled, 1991
Felix Gonzalez Torres, American, 1991, Post-Modernism. Billboard featuring his bed that he shared with his lover until the latter died of AIDS. Raises awareness for loss and sadness that AIDS brings, and suggests a need for activism.
Michael Jackson and Bubbles
Jeff Koonz, American, 1988, Post-Modernism. Chintzy porcelain and gold leaf statue of Michael Jackson and his monkey, Bubbles. Wear identical uniforms and blend together -- union of man and beast. Produced by devotional trinket company; flawlessly crafted, but uncomfortable to look at. Fragile materials -- celebrity worship is transient.
To The Unknown Painter
Anselm Kiefer, German, 1983, Post-Modernism. Random natural objects thrown together to look like aftermath of a horrible fire. Building in background could be a Nazi fort, symbolizing oppression, or tomb, which would pay homage to the artists oppressed by Nazis. Hopes for rebirth of German art. Smells like old earth -- multi-sensory.
The Man Who Flew Into Space From His Apartment
Ilya Kabakov, Russian, 1981-1988, Post-Modernism. Room plastered with Soviet propaganda regarding space race. Empty rooms represent oppressed Russians. Catapult in ceiling suggests Russians would have done anything to escape Soviet control.
The Dinner Party
Judy Chicago, American, 1979, Post-Modernism. Installation art piece of a triangular table with 39 place settings. Each represents a significant woman in history. Floor has 999 other names of women written on it. Each place setting done in a way that corresponds to the time period, each plate is vaginal-looking. Pays tribute to women.
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