The Washington Post, February 19th, 2006
The National Gallery of Art is launching one of the most impressive, significant exhibitions in its history. Here are some suggestions for its proper appreciation: Visit wearing pink pajamas, combat boots and your grandmother's bra. (Only men should wear the bra. Women might try their great- uncle's underpants.) In front of every seventh picture in the show, make a point of thinking about the abuse images from Abu Ghraib. In front of every 13th picture, tell yourself not to think about those images. Have a friend take you through the exhibition with your eyes closed. Try to imagine the art, b...
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