Body Pressure — Bruce Nauman

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Artist: Bruce Nauman
Date: 1974

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THE ARTIST

Bruce Nauman

1941 · United States

Nauman realized if he was in the studio, whatever he did there must be art—turning everyday actions into profound works.

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