The Trials of Art

by Daniel McClean

Inspired by important trials during the modern period in which artists and artworks have acted as protagonists, this anthology of essays examines the ambivalent encounter between art and the law.
Who should have the authority to determine what is art: artists, critics and curators, or lawyers, judges and juries? Should artistic expression always be immune from legal and ethical constraints? Should the law always protect artists and art works?
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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1905464037
• ISBN13: 9781905464036
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Ridinghouse
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.7" x 9.1"