Fresh Widow c. 1920 - 1964

"Fresh Widow" is a readymade by Marcel Duchamp, created between 1920 and 1964. It is a real window painted a soft green, with a base that reads "Fresh Widow, Copyright Rose Sélavy 1920". Duchamp's readymades challenge traditional notions of art, elevating everyday objects to the status of artistic creations. "Fresh Widow" is a prime example of Duchamp's concept of "assisted readymade," in which he subtly alters the object to make it even more interesting. This piece embodies a playful and witty approach to art-making, reflecting Duchamp's fascination with the boundary between art and non-art.