Documenta 11: Georges Adéagbo, Mona Hatoum, Thomas Hirschhorn

This lecture delves into Documenta 11, a groundbreaking art exhibition that took place in 2002, focusing on post-colonial theory and artists. The instructor discusses the inclusion of diverse perspectives, the importance of post-colonialism, and the impact of widening borders and communication channels on the art world. The artworks of Georges Adéagbo, Mona Hatoum, and Thomas Hirschhorn are explored in detail, highlighting their unique approaches and the social, political, and cultural contexts that influenced their creations.