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Slate Money: Conceptual Art is Literally Bananas

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The Value of Absurdity: A Banana in Art

This chapter examines the controversial $6.2 million sale of Maurizio Catalan's banana artwork, dissecting the public's struggle to grasp the value of conceptual art. It delves into the comedic and conceptual nature of art, emphasizing that its worth lies in the ideas and authenticity rather than its physical components. The discussion also explores the historical roots of conceptual art and the broader implications of its valuation in contemporary society.

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