The Case for Copying | The Art Assignment | PBS Digital Studios

The video explores the concept of copying in art, focusing on Sherrie Levine's work in relation to Walker Evans. It delves into the history of copying, its role in art, and the emergence of appropriation art. The discussion extends to Pop Art's interaction with mass media and consumer culture, highlighting artists like Andy Warhol. Theoretical perspectives on authorship and originality are examined, questioning the myth of the original genius and emphasizing the shifting context of art.

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