Quote by Oscar Wilde

They afterwards took me to a dancing saloon where I saw the only rational method of art criticism I have ever come across. Over the piano was printed a notice- 'Please do not shoot the pianist. He is doing his best.'

They afterwards took me to a dancing saloon where I saw the

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This quote humorously highlights the absurdity of certain expectations placed upon artists. The speaker recounts a visit to a dancing saloon where they noticed a sign above the piano. The sign kindly asks patrons not to harm the pianist, as they are doing their best. This sign serves as a rational method of art criticism, acknowledging the pianist's effort and implying that any criticism should be tempered with an appreciation for the artist's dedication and hard work. It satirizes the tendency to unfairly judge and harm artists, emphasizing the need for understanding and support in the creative process.

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By Oscar Wilde

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