Gold Quote by Franz Grillparzer
“Mozart starved, but you allow Thalberg and Liszt make tons of gold: Of course, you may think that someone immortal cannot die of hunger”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Goldsmith, 1840
Even starving artists can be wealthy if others profit from their work.
In simple terms: Artists may die poor while others profit.
Key Takeaway
Protect artists' rights.
Themes
art
exploitation
economics
Mood
critical
empathetic
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- artist contracts
- royalty negotiations
- creative industries
Key Concepts
intellectual property
fair compensation
Questions to Reflect On
- Should society ensure artists are compensated?
- How to balance profit and art?
A Different Perspective
Market forces often favor producers over creators.
