Appreciation of works of art requires organized effort and systematic study. Art appreciation can no more be absorbed by aimless wandering in galleries than can surgery be learned by casual visits to a hospital. — Albert C. Barnes Copy Share Image
The main function of the museum has been to serve as a pedestal upon which a clique of socialites pose as patrons of the… — Albert C. Barnes Copy Share Image
Appreciation of works of art requires organized effort and systematic study. Art appreciation can no more be absorbed by aimless wandering in galleries than… — Albert C. Barnes Copy Share Image
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is a house of artistic and intellectual prostitution — Albert C. Barnes Copy Share Image
Living with and studying good paintings offers greater interest, variety and satisfaction than any other pleasure known to man. — Albert C. Barnes Copy Share Image
In our manner of speech, our plans of living, our dealings with others, our conduct and walk in the church and out of it-all… — Albert C. Barnes Copy Share Image
