Anish Kapoor, the renowned British-Indian sculptor, discusses capitalism, identity politics, and his upcoming major exhibition at the Hayward Gallery in London. In the interview, he critiques the contemporary art world for losing its radical edge, describing his own practice as acts of 'archaic alchemy' that challenge conventional boundaries.
This matters because Kapoor is one of the most influential living artists, and his views offer a rare critical perspective on the state of the art world. His comments on the erosion of radicalism and the role of identity politics in art resonate with ongoing debates about artistic freedom, market pressures, and the purpose of art in society.