Late 20th Century and Contemporary Art Flashcard

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What is the main focus of Conceptual Art?

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The idea behind the work

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Joseph Kosuth’s One and Three Chairs presents a chair in how many forms?

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3

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Ana Mendieta’s Untitled (Silueta series) explores connections between: The body and nature, Politics and art, Urban and rural landscapes.

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The body and nature

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Earthworks art is typically:

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Temporary and made with natural materials

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Andy Goldsworthy’s Japanese Maple reflects:

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The temporary and cyclical nature of life

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Wadsworth Jarrell’s Revolutionary celebrates: European aristocracy, African American identity and activism, Minimalist design, Digital technology

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African American identity and activism

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April Greiman’s Does It Make Sense? is an example of:

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Postmodern design

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Fred Wilson’s Portraits of Cigar Store Owners critiques: Modern technology, Traditional historical narratives, Abstract art, Performance art

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Traditional historical narratives

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Jean-Michel Basquiat’s The Nile combines chaotic marks with:

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Symbols and text about African history

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Sarah Sze’s Timekeeper transforms gallery space by:

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Creating immersive, interactive installations