One opinion I share with the Dadaists is that art-making…
“One opinion I share with the Dadaists is that art-making presupposes a revolutionary state of mind. Assimilating the practice into commodity or symbol of status nullifies its fundamental aims; therefore at the center of my own adherence to to this ranginess in taste is that it doesn't add up to membership in a private club. The differences choose me. There are so many approaches, so many innovative moves, so many oddly shaped ears in the field; may they never sing in unison.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Art must remain a radical, non‑conformist act; turning it into a commodity or status symbol destroys its revolutionary purpose.
In simple terms: Art should stay radical, not become a status symbol.
Key Takeaway
Preserve art’s radical spirit.
Themes
art
revolution
authenticity
nonconformity
Mood
defiant
critical
Type
manifesto
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- artist collectives
- public installations
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Dadaism
commodification
aesthetic autonomy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists keep work authentic in a market?
- What structures protect artistic freedom?
A Different Perspective
Commercial pressures can co‑opt radical art, limiting its impact.