Stephen Nowlin <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

>Since the experience of visiting a museum should provide one with a sense
>of privileged access and authentic insight, I would endeavor to err on the
>side of presenting originals.
>

The recent Bruce Nauman exhibit at MoMA  included numerous "exhibition
versions" of his work, particularly the neon pieces. Other ar=
tists (Sol Lewitt and Lawrence Weiner come to mind) always have work recreated
for exhibition. The art is not always tied to the art=
ifact (or  the signified to the signifier...yikes!).
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