“Art itself is interesting: it is interesting in itself, in that it satisfies on of the necessities of life” (Notebook 5)
I found the Gramsci monument quite interesting, in the sense that it challenged the conventional idea of what a monument or what art is. It’s not everyday that you would witness a living monument. The Gramsci monument provided the people of Forest housing a place to interact and enjoy themselves. Some programs include art classes, poetry sessions, and Gramsci seminars. This monument satisfies the necessities of life for residents, both aesthetically and literally. The beautiful mural of Gramsci and graffiti fulfill the aesthetic part, and services like internet access and music playing cover the literal part.