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Artsy | A Short History of the Venice Biennale

A story by Artthrob on the 7th of May 2015. This should take you < 1 minute to read.

What would the world be like without the Venice Biennale? A chorus of art-world insiders and Venice locals respond with insights and stories, helping us navigate the cultural influence of this somewhat enigmatic, 120-year-old exhibition. Produced in collaboration with UBS, and directed by Oscar Boyson, this film pulls back the curtain on the event’s reach, extending beyond art and into politics and history at large.

A Short History introduces “Behind the Biennale,” a series of short films released throughout the summer, uncovering the stories of artists, curators, visitors, and Venetians.

Read more at artsy.net

Tagged: Artsy, Venice Biennale 2015

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