A new exhibition at the Art Institute of Chicago reveals how various artists turned repeatedly to the idea of fragmentation, as both a subject and method for their art. ‘Shatter Rupture Break’ includes art and documents from across the museum’s various collections. Here are some of the highlights, from famous paintings to fascinating ephemera.
Click here for the curators’ introduction to the exhibition
‘Shatter Rupture Break’ is at the Art Institute of Chicago from 15 February–3 May.
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