Art Quote by Will Gompertz
““Duchamp thought it was for artists to decide what was and what was not a work of art. His position was that if an artist said something was a work of art, having influenced its context and meaning, then it was a work of art.””
About This Quote
The statement asserts that artistic legitimacy comes from the artist’s declaration, which reshapes context and meaning, making the work art.
In simple terms: Artist’s claim defines what is art.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of artistic intent.
Themes
art theory
authorship
definition
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- art education
- creative practice
Key Concepts
institutional critique
conceptual art
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides what counts as art?
- Can consensus override the artist’s claim?
A Different Perspective
It may ignore broader cultural or critical perspectives on art.
