Age Quote by Daniel J. Boorstin
“What is more natural in a democratic age than that we should begin to measure the stature of a work of art-especially of a painting-by how widely and how well it is reproduced?”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Discoverers, 1992
In a democracy, art’s value is judged by how widely and well it is reproduced, reflecting collective appreciation.
In simple terms: Art is measured by its reproduction and popularity.
Consider impact over exclusivity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- museum curation
- education
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does widespread reproduction say about art?
- How does democracy affect artistic standards?
Overemphasis on popularity can ignore artistic depth.