Artist Quote by Edward Gorey
““Anyway, for whatever interest is to be derived therefrom. Bacon, Balthus, and Magritte are my three favourite painters, along with Dubuffet, of the whole post-impressionist period, by which I mean that before them Bonnard, Vuillard, & Seurat are my favourite painters of that time.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Edward Gorey, 2015
He lists favorite painters, emphasizing post‑impressionist artists and earlier contemporaries, showing personal taste in art history.
In simple terms: He shares his favorite painters from two eras.
Key Takeaway
Note personal influences on artistic preference.
Themes
art
personal taste
history
influence
Mood
reflective
conversational
Type
artistic
personal
When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- art education
- collecting
- curation
- museum tours
Key Concepts
post‑impressionism
artist selection
Questions to Reflect On
- Which artists shape your own aesthetic?
- How does era influence your preferences?
A Different Perspective
Personal taste may not reflect broader artistic value.
