At the Venice Biennale, protests, self-mutilation and rage against Israel and Russia. Is anyone left to talk about the art?
Amid the din of controversy at the world's most prestigious art expo, a contemplative Israeli artist struggles to be heard
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The Schmooze Work Destroyed by Israeli Customs: Artist
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