The objects on the table were divided into two categories: "pleasure" (flowers, feathers, perfume) and "pain" (knives, nails, chains). By offering these tools without instructions, Abramović turned the gallery into a laboratory for human behavior. The Progression: From Innocent to Violent
The performance followed a notable trajectory. In the initial hours, the audience was generally cautious and respectful. Many people engaged in gentle ways, such as moving her arms, placing a rose in her hand, or simply observing her closely. marina abramovic rhythm 0