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In Museum Skepticism , art historian David Carrier traces the birth, evolution, and decline of the public art museum as an institution meant to spark democratic debate and discussion. Carrier contends that since the inception of the public art museum during the French Revolution, its... read more
First Sentence
Just as works of art require interpretation, so too do the museums in which they are displayed.
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Authors & Contributors
- David Carrier (Author)
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