“The Only Things That are Unchangeable are Tombstones”: Vito Acconci (1940-2017)
Vito Acconci, a towering figure in the history of performance art, and more recently known for his experimental architecture, has died at the age…
Read MoreVito Acconci, a towering figure in the history of performance art, and more recently known for his experimental architecture, has died at the age…
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Read MoreNew York’s Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) recently rehung its prized Modern galleries, swapping out works by greats like Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso for…
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