At an exhibition... even when inert forms are involved, there is the possibility of an immediate discussion, in both senses of the term. I see and perceive, I comment, and I evolve in a unique space and time. Art is the place that produces a specific sociability. It remains to be seen what the status of this is in the set of "states of encounter" proposed by the City. How is an art focused on the production of such forms of conviviality capable of relaunching the modern emancipation plan, by complementing it? How does it permit the development of new political and cultural designs?
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Art is a state of encounter.
What is the encounter with my art? Well, most of it is un-encountered for. The immediate discussions available at an art exhibition are:
1. the viewer with the work
2. the viewer with another, known, viewer
3. the viewer with another, unknown, viewer
4. the viewer with the gallerist
5. the gallerist with the viewer
6. the viewer with the artist
7. the artist with the viewer
How does art emancipate?
