Art Quote by Thomas A. Edison
“To my mind the old masters are not art; their value is in their scarcity.”
About This Quote
The speaker suggests that the rarity of old masters gives them value, not their artistic merit.
In simple terms: Scarcity, not art, makes old masters valuable.
Key Takeaway
Consider how rarity influences perceived worth.
Themes
value
scarcity
art market
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
economic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- auction houses
- museum acquisitions
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
economics of rarity
collectibles
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we often equate rarity with value?
- Can something be valuable without being rare?
A Different Perspective
May ignore intrinsic artistic quality.
