South African work banned from Venice Biennale to be shown outside main event

The decision to exclude Goliath's work from the Biennale highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding artistic expression and political narratives. It raises questions about the role of government in the arts and the implications of censorship, particularly when the subject matter addresses sensitive international conflicts. The subsequent display of Elegy outside the main event may serve as a form of resistance, allowing the artist to reach audiences despite institutional barriers.