Young British Artists and installation experience

Abstract

The article deals with the works of British artists of the 1990s and 2000s, who were later named the generation of "Young British Artists" (Young British Artists). The main attention is focused on the experience of British artists in the installation, identifying the specifics of the work with the materials and objects. Among the analyzed works are provocative installations with carcasses of animals by Damien Hirst, readymades by Sarah Lucas and personalized works by Tracey Emin, social statements by Michael Landy and works with the mannequins by Chapman brothers. In their installations the representatives of Brit art deliberately put spectators in uncomfortable or unpleasant situations. The artists used the motives and methods of mass culture and media, forcing the viewer to doubt the feelings and go beyond the boundaries of the familiar and comfortable life.