"He is a master of an art which is very different from most contemporary art production, " Mr Dercon said.
BBC: Jeremy Deller chosen for Venice Biennale
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Chris Dercon, director of Tate Modern, who sat on the selection panel, described Deller as an "exciting and daring choice".
BBC: Jeremy Deller chosen for Venice Biennale
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"As a former power station, Tate Modern's Turbine Hall is an ideal venue for Kraftwerk's explorations of technology, energy and rhythm, " said gallery director Chris Dercon.
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