Art Quote by Jerry Saltz
“A sad fact of life lately at the Museum of Modern Art is that when it comes to group shows of contemporary painting from the collection, the bar has been set pretty low.”
About This Quote
Source Museum: MoMA exhibition reviews, 2023
Contemporary group shows at MoMA have declined in quality, reflecting a low bar for curatorial standards.
In simple terms: MoMA group shows are low quality.
Key Takeaway
Demand higher curatorial standards.
Themes
art criticism
museum standards
contemporary painting
Mood
critical
disappointed
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- art education
- museum board meetings
Key Concepts
curation
quality assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can museums balance innovation with quality?
- What role should critics play in curatorial decisions?
A Different Perspective
Limited funding may constrain exhibition choices.
