The Politics of Collecting

In The Politics of Collecting, Eunsong Kim explores how racial capitalism and colonial legacies have shaped the development of U.S. museum collections and conceptual art. She examines the legal, financial, and racialized histories behind prominent art institutions and practices, revealing how issues of expropriation and privilege influence perceptions of artistic innovation and success. Through this analysis, Kim offers a fresh perspective on the intertwined histories of race, capital, and labor within the art world, calling for a reevaluation of artistic values beyond traditional cultural institutions.