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Andy Warhol, Campbell's Soup Cans: Why is this Art?

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In this video which investigates the significance of Andy Warhol's iconic Campbell's soup can paintings, academics from Khan Academy explore the provocative intersection of commercialism and pop art. Which forces us to ask -- what is art? 

Do you think that replicated images of brand-name products (which you can buy in your grocery store) can be considered advertising or art?

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