Chuck Close is Accused of Harassment. Should His Artwork Carry an Asterisk?

Robin Pogrebin and Jennifer Scheussler | The New York Times | 28th January 2018

Accusations of sexual misconduct against American portraitist Chuck Close have led Washington’s National Gallery of Art to cancel an exhibition of his work. Is this the right response? Cancellation of the show is a gesture of support toward his accusers. On the other hand, many esteemed artists are on display, despite deeds that are far worse. Is “the prism of reprehensible behaviour” the only way to view an artist’s work?