Collateral

hanshaacke

random pattern

vehicle

geometric pattern

abstract pattern

minimal pattern

organic pattern

repetition of pattern

regular pattern

pattern repetition

layered pattern

combined pattern

"Collateral" is an artwork by German conceptual artist Hans Haacke, known for his politically charged works that critique social and economic structures. This piece features a common shopping cart overflowing with American flag stickers, commenting on the commodification of patriotism and the pervasiveness of consumerism in American society. This piece challenges viewers to think about the symbolic value of the American flag and its relationship to material goods. Haacke’s use of everyday objects, such as the shopping cart, highlights the way in which consumer culture shapes our values and beliefs.