Art Quote by Marcel Duchamp
“The entire world of art has reached such a low level, it has been commercialized to such a degree that art and everything related to it has become one of the most trivial activities of our epoch.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and the Modern World, 1970
Art has become overly commercial, losing depth and becoming trivial in contemporary culture.
In simple terms: Art is now too commercial and trivial.
Seek depth over hype.
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When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- art criticism
- collecting
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists maintain integrity today?
- What defines “meaningful” art for you?
Commercial success can fund artistic innovation.