Indonesian work dismantled at German art show after anti-Semitism row


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This edition of documenta is being curated by the Indonesian art collective Ruangrupa, which has rejected the earlier criticisms, calling instead for discussion. Photo: AFP

An art work on show at one of the world's most important contemporary showcases has been covered up after a simmering row over anti-Semitism escalated days after the exhibition's opening.

The banner, by Indonesian artist collective Taring Padi, is being covered, the documenta said on Monday evening after a decision was taken by the collective, the management and artistic direction.

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