Ready-mades
Definition
Ready-mades are everyday objects that are selected by an artist and presented as art. They challenge traditional notions of artistic skill and craftsmanship.
Related terms
Conceptual Art: Art that prioritizes the idea or concept behind the artwork rather than its physical form.
Dadaism: An artistic movement that emerged during World War I, characterized by absurdity, irrationality, and anti-establishment sentiments.
Marcel Duchamp: A French artist who is famous for his ready-mades, such as "Fountain," which was just a urinal turned upside down.
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AP Art History - 4.3 Materials, Processes, and Techniques in Later European and American Art
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