Some artists challenge the definition of work of art Duchamp - decided to 'choose' a cupholder and call it a work of art. The transformation was accomplished by his selection and elevation of this particular cupholder. Duchamp also did a reworking of the Mona Lisa by adding a moustache. Picaso - placed a bicycle seat with handlebars and called it a sculpture of a 'bull's head' Challenged peoples' concepts of works of art. Art does not have to exist for the sake of beauty.
Art can also be ugly and shocking.
Art can even be functional such as buildings and furniture. Information contained on this page does not represent the lecuture verbatim. These notes are not a substitute for class attendance.