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In almost thirty interviews, Donatien Grau probes some of the worlds most prominent thinkers and preeminent arts leaders on the past, present, and future of the encyclopedic museum.Over the last two decades, the encyclopedic museum has been criticized and praised, constantly discussed, and often in the news. Encyclopedic museums are a phenomenon of Europe and the United States, and their locations and mostly Eurocentric collections have in more recent years drawn attention to what many see as bias. Debates on provenance in general, cultural origins, and restitutions of African heritage have exerted pressure on encyclopedic museums, and indeed on all manner of museums. Is there still a place for an institution dedicated to gathering, preserving, and showcasing all the worlds cultures?Donatien Graus conversations with international arts officials, museum leaders, artists, architects, and journalists go beyond the history of the encyclopedic format and the last decades issues that have burdened existing institutions. Are encyclopedic museums still relevant? What can they contribute when the Internet now seems to offer the greater encyclopedia? How important is it for us to have inperson access to objects from all over the world that can directly articulate something to us about humanity? The fresh ideas and nuances of new voices on the core principles important to museums in Dakar, Abu Dhabi, and Mumbai complement some of the worlds arts leaders from European and American institutionsresulting in some revealing and unexpected answers. Every interviewee offers differing views, making for exciting, stimulating reading.Includes interviews with George Abungu, National Museums of Kenya; Kwame Anthony Appiah, New York University; Homi K. Bhabha, Harvard University; Hamady Bocoum, Muse des Civilisationes Noires, Dakar; Irina Bokova, UNESCO; Partha Chatterjee, Columbia University; Thomas Campbell, Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco; James Cuno, J. Paul Getty Trust; Philippe de Montebello, New York University; Bachir Souleymane Diagne, Columbia University; Kaywin Feldman, National Gallery of Art; Marc Fumaroli, Collge de France; Massimiliano Gioni, New Museum; Michael Govan, Los Angeles County Museum of Art; Camille Henrot, artist; Max Hollein, Metropolitan Museum of Art; Henri Loyrette, Muse du Louvre; Jean Nouvel, architect; Zaki Nusseibeh, United Arab Emirates; Mikhail Piotrovsky, State Hermitage Museum; Grayson Perry, artist; Krzysztof Pomian, cole des Hautes tudes en Sciences Sociales; Mari Carmen Ramrez, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; Fiammetta Rocco, The Economist; Sabyasachi Mukherjee, CSMVS Mumbai; Bndicte Savoy; Collge de France; Kavita Singh, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi; Amit Sood, Google Arts & Culture.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Under Discussion: The Encyclopedic Museum'? A: The book explores the relevance and future of encyclopedic museums through interviews with thought leaders in the arts, addressing criticisms, cultural biases, and the role of these institutions in a digital age.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Under Discussion: The Encyclopedic Museum'? A: The book is authored by Donatien Grau, who conducts interviews with various prominent figures in the arts and museum sectors.
- Q: How many pages does 'Under Discussion: The Encyclopedic Museum' contain? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Under Discussion: The Encyclopedic Museum' published? A: The book was published on April 13, 2021.
- Q: What topics are covered in the interviews featured in the book? A: The interviews cover topics such as provenance, cultural origins, museum relevance today, and the impact of digital resources on traditional museum experiences.
- Q: Is 'Under Discussion: The Encyclopedic Museum' suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book provides insights from various experts and can serve as a valuable resource for academic research on museums and cultural studies.
- Q: Does the book address the issue of cultural bias in museums? A: Yes, it discusses the criticisms related to Eurocentrism and cultural bias in encyclopedic museums and explores different perspectives on these issues.
- Q: Can I find interviews with international museum leaders in this book? A: Yes, the book includes interviews with various international museum leaders, artists, and thinkers, offering a wide range of perspectives.
- Q: What makes 'Under Discussion: The Encyclopedic Museum' unique compared to other museum-related books? A: Its unique approach lies in the diverse voices featured, addressing contemporary challenges and debates surrounding encyclopedic museums, making it a stimulating read for those interested in the arts.