Reviving Political Aesthetics: After Duchamp, Even (original) (raw)

The essay explores the revival of Marcel Duchamp's artistic practices and their implications for contemporary political aesthetics. It argues that while Duchamp's readymades have often been interpreted reductively, they contain significant potential for social critique and alternative ways of thinking. The discussion highlights the impact of Duchamp's work on contemporary philosophy and theory, examining how avant-garde practices can inspire critical utopian visions within broader cultural and political contexts.