What is the ready made concept?

The ready-made concept, primarily associated with the Dada and Surrealist art movements, involves taking everyday objects and presenting them as art without alteration. This idea challenges traditional notions of creativity and artistic value by emphasizing the context in which an object is displayed rather than its inherent qualities. Marcel Duchamp's "Fountain," a signed urinal, is a seminal example, prompting discussions about the nature of art and the role of the artist. It invites viewers to reconsider the boundaries between art and ordinary life.