Documenta 5


documenta 5 was the fifth edition of documenta, a quinquennial contemporary art exhibition. It was held between 30 June and 8 October 1972 in Kassel, Germany. The artistic director was Harald Szeemann. The title of the exhibition was: Befragung der Realität – Bildwelten heute / Questioning RealityPictorial worlds today.
Szeemann's curation is known for establishing a model for future art biennial events, with a central, thematic curatorial idea.

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