“©Murakami” at the Brooklyn Museum
April 6th, 2008 | Published in Culture, Design & Art
The New York Times explores Murakami’s show at the Brooklyn Museum and his collaboration with Louis Vuitton. Obviously there has been major proliferation of brands collaborating with artist for exclusive products providing a myriad of opportunities for both brands and artists. This has created strong opinions around art purity, pop-culture and branding. The article provides a review of the exhibit and thoughts on Murakami-Vuitton boutique in the Museum. ”Since emerging in the 1990s Mr. Murakami has often been seen as out-Warholing Warhol by giving back to popular culture, as well as borrowing from it and by excelling at branding.” Read the full story.
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