How the destruction of ancient artifacts reshapes our cultural identity
In this lecture, Iraqi-American artist Michael Rakowitz examines the profound consequences of looting and the destruction of heritage. He explores how the loss of physical history impacts our connection to the past and the complex dynamics of interacting with ancient art.
Recorded on May 5, 2021, this presentation is part of the Contemporary Artist/Ancient Voices series. Rakowitz discusses his work within 'The Invisible Enemy Should Not Exist,' which includes a reconstruction of a relief from the northwest palace at Nimrud. This specific piece was lost when it was destroyed by Isis in 2015.
The lecture delves into the broader implications of how artifacts are displayed, looted, and destroyed, focusing on the relationship between modern viewers and the art of earlier civilizations.
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