The fight to protect the dignity of Michelangelo's David in Italy has sparked a debate on freedom of expression. The controversy centers around whether it's appropriate for memorabilia to focus on David's genitals, a feature often lampooned. A Florence art-gallery curator is defending the statue from parodist interpretations, with Italians opposing the sale of merchandise depicting David's body parts.
These Italians don't want you to buy another fridge magnet depicting the butt of Michelangelo's David. Here's why. https://t.co/vKYdDdA57n
These Italians don't want you to buy another fridge magnet depicting the butt of Michelangelo's David. Here's why: https://t.co/DYpWg5MkMk
How a Florence art-gallery curator is defending Michelangelo’s ‘David’ from parodist slings and arrows. https://t.co/1lTRHAUPn0?
The current fight is over whether it's acceptable for memorabilia to focus on David's genitals, a much lampooned feature of the statue. https://t.co/aKCa2nbSEs
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A fight to protect the dignity of Michelangelo’s David raises questions about freedom of expression https://t.co/mclC64Tbms
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