On the Politics of Art and Space in Beirut
Resource type
Journal article
Creator (person)
Wilson-Goldie, Kaelen
Date published
2009
Abstract
This paper considers the changing nature of art spaces in Beirut over the last fifteen years. Contrary to the experiences of nearby cities such as Cairo, Alexandria, Amman and Istanbul, the art scene in Beirut hinges on artist-led initiatives that, until recently, have been operating without spaces of their own. This paper explores the benefits and detriments of this now shifting situation, and suggests that ‘spacelessness’ has encouraged artists and curators to engage more meaningfully and directly with the city itself.
Journal title
Tate Papers
Issue
12
Publisher
Tate
Place of publication
UK
ISSN
1753-9854
Rights statement
In Copyright