The works of art, by being publicly exhibited and offered for sale, are becoming articles of trade, following as such the unreasoning laws of markets and fashion; and public and even private patronage is swayed by their tyrannical influence. -Prince Albert

 

The works of art, by being publicly exhibited and offered for sale, are becoming articles of trade, following as such the unreasoning laws of markets and fashion; and public and even private patronage is swayed by their tyrannical influence.


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This quote is just one of 3 total Prince Albert quotes in our collection. Prince Albert is known for saying 'The works of art, by being publicly exhibited and offered for sale, are becoming articles of trade, following as such the unreasoning laws of markets and fashion; and public and even private patronage is swayed by their tyrannical influence.' as well as some of the following quotes.

The works of art, by being publicly exhibited and offered for sale, are becoming articles of trade, following as such the unreasoning laws of markets and fashion; and public and even private patronage is swayed by their tyrannical influence.

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Face fundamental challenges, including excess capacity, declining demand, mounting inventories and weak prices.

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I loved protesting against sweatshops. Now that they are gone I won't have much to do or talk about with my friends. Maybe we'll start protesting against something else now. I thinking the war in Iraq would be a good starting point, or maybe even world hunger and AIDS, you know stuff like that. -Prince Albert
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