Negotiating Identity and Ideology: The Research on the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art - Analyzing the Operation and Transformation of the Chinese Contemporary Art Market Through Jean Baudrillard's Theory of Consumer Society
Year: 2023
Type: article
Abstract: This article focuses on the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art as a case study, employing Jean Baudrillard's Consumer Society Theory to analyze the operation and transformation of the Chinese contemporary art market. The study's primary objectives are to dissect the intricacies of the Chinese contemporary art market's operation and its specific evolution path. Additionally, it offers recommendations for future developments and prospects within the contemporary art market, aiming to enhance the global dialogue of Chinese modern art. Baudrillard's Consumer Society Theory provides a strong theoretical foundation for scrutinizing the contemporary art market, enabling a deeper comprehension of its developmental trends. Through this analysis, the paper contributes to improving the quality of Chinese modern art and its international exchanges while bolstering confidence in Chinese culture.
DOI: 10.54097/cpmemc25
Author: Xueting Gao
Institution: The University of Melbourne
Language: English
Subfield: Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4392089089