Art Quote by Thomas Hoving
“Even if virtually anything can be art, there are levels of quality.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Art and the Market, Thomas Hoving, 1990
Quality in art varies; not everything qualifies as high art.
In simple terms: Not all art is equal.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and appreciate higher quality art.
Themes
art
quality
valuation
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
critical
educational
When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- art education
- collecting
- critique
Key Concepts
aesthetic hierarchy
subjective taste
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide what is 'quality' art?
- Can popular art be valuable?
A Different Perspective
Quality judgments can be elitist and exclude diverse expressions.
