Art Quote by John Fowles
““They pay thousands and thousands for the Van Goghs and Modiglianis they'd have spat on at the time they were painted. Guffawed at. Made coarse jokes about.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Guardian, John Fowles, 1975
People pay huge sums for art they once mocked, showing how value perception shifts over time.
In simple terms: Art’s value changes with public taste.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that value is often socially constructed.
Themes
art
value
perception
history
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- art auctions
- museum curation
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
cultural economics
taste
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we revalue past works?
- How does nostalgia affect pricing?
A Different Perspective
Market hype can inflate prices beyond intrinsic worth.
