In 1974, at the Galleria Studio Morra in Naples, Marina Abramović conducted one of the most chilling experiments in the history of performance art. Titled Rhythm 0 , the six-hour performance saw the artist standing passively as a self-declared "object," inviting the public to interact with her using any of 72 items provided on a table. The Setup: 72 Objects of Pleasure and Pain
The instructions were simple: "I am the object. During this period I take full responsibility. Duration: 6 hours". The Descent into Violence marina abramovic rhythm 0 performance video top
Scissors, a whip, a scalpel, an axe, and a saw. Deadly threats: A metal bar, a gun, and a single bullet. In 1974, at the Galleria Studio Morra in
A rose, a feather, honey, bread, and perfume. Neutral items: A mirror, a comb, and lipstick. During this period I take full responsibility