The Duct Taped Banana
A critique of Maurizio Cattelan’s $120,000 banana
Cattelan's 'Comedian' is what happens when Dadaism meets Home Depot and your local market. A taped banana parades as profound commentary, mocking both artist and patron. An emblem of excess, it encapsulates a culture fixated on novelty over substance. It sold for $120,000 but I think Warhol would've canned it.
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E.K. Daniels
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I remember this one! A lot of debate about what art is and what it can or should be. I leave you with one quote: "Art is what you can get away with" - Andy Warhol
Bahahah. Excellent and fun critique!! 😁
Oh yes!!! Love your last line!!!