I have to say that you all made my week with your variety of hilarious, outraged, and thoughtful comments about the hypothetical Box Person. My goodness, you have strong opinions! But that is what made this conversation so much fun. I hope you all had a chance to read everybody else's comments.
True confessions: I am not sure where I stand -- which is why I passed the buck to you guys. I can understand everybody's viewpoint: does that mean I don't have one of my own?? Considering that I am frequently accused of being opinionated, this waffling does not do much for my reputation.
When this hypothetical situation was first posed to me (it never happened, in case you are wondering) I was vastly amused. I pictured something like this without the box on the head (although considering many of your reactions, it would probably be a good idea).
The back story, which I did not give you,was that the box person really, truly, honestly thought this would be a tribute to the artists and would support the theme of the exhibit. The b.p.'s intention was well-intentioned - a dash of high spirited support for the show, not self-aggrandizement. The imaginary b.p. assumed that it might be a momentary distraction but that people would glance, dismiss, then turn back to the art (as someone commented).
Does intent matter? If the gesture was meant in lighthearted fun, was it still rude if some people perceived it that way? Or was it a charming moment that irritated certain others? There were those who perceived it one way; some the other. I honestly don't know: my own personal jury is still out, but talking about it has been wonderful fun!
Thanks for participating and stay tuned.
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Interesting post and discussion. It seems to me that for some things you have to just laugh and shrug--like for the box man. Worse things can happen!
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