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Art
Sophie Calle

When

Apr 9, 2009 – May 22, 2009

Tuesdays–Saturdays (10am–6pm)

Where
Paula Cooper Gallery (534 W 21st, 212.255.1105)
Price
FREE
Details
http://www.paulacoopergallery.com/
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Displaying a unique approach to what might otherwise inflict emotional trauma, artist Sophie Calle rose to challenge an ex's breakup email suggestion to "take care of yourself" by asking 107 professional women to analyze and interpret the email's content. Calle's voyeuristic sleuthing and disclosure of intimate details — delving into explorations of public-versus-private life — has made her one of France's most renowned conceptual artists. Take Care of Yourself exhibits these personal responses to a painful message (ranging from live performance to academic discourse), which leaves viewers both uncomfortable and reflectively empathetic.

Renata Christen