What do you think, is this Artistic expression, or Censorship.
Art or censorship? Expo shows just top of famed David statue
Art or censorship? Expo shows just top of famed David statue
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Art or Censorship
- Thread starter The Hammer
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I don't think its quite censorship, as it doesn't fully prevent anything from being seen, it just tries to shift focus.
I'm not sure its artistic expression, either, as nothing new is being expressed.
Perhaps just a creative way of seeing something old in a new light....
I'm not sure its artistic expression, either, as nothing new is being expressed.
Perhaps just a creative way of seeing something old in a new light....
I think they could provide warnings for those so inclined towards modesty but then let people decide for themselves.
It could be an opportunity for budding fashion designers...
Censorship without doubt, i have seen David and although naked there is no sexuality about the work. It is simply an exquisite study of the male form.
However the UAE is notorious for its prudity.
Twilight Hue
Twilight, not bright nor dark, good nor bad.
People are completely nuts now.
Except the diaper some college students put on a statue of David in my area.
I thought that was funny.
Except the diaper some college students put on a statue of David in my area.
I thought that was funny.
Brinne
Active Member
I think it's just another way of framing the piece, I think the idea of it being 'face-to-face' with the viewer when they arrive at the exhibit is interesting as opposed to having to gaze upwards.
There was a comment in the article about parts of the exhibit being separated though? What I gathered based on ticketing price? Which seemed a little odd -- unless I'm misinterpreting those last few lines in the article.
There was a comment in the article about parts of the exhibit being separated though? What I gathered based on ticketing price? Which seemed a little odd -- unless I'm misinterpreting those last few lines in the article.
The perfect solution is this. Those that can't handle art that shows the human body nude, should just stay at home, and complain about how filthy life is without clothing on. They couldn't appreciate any art at all, with such a puckered anus approach to life.
ecco
Veteran Member
For most visitors, though, David’s head is all they will see as they tour the pavilion. Only VIPs with special access will be able to catch a view of the statue from head to toe while it’s on display for the next six months at Dubai’s Expo 2020.
Krishna Kid
Comic Book Creator
Its certainly censorship, but of the very light touch variety.