Quote by Leo Tolstoy

The creation and sale of most art today is pure prostitution.

The creation and sale of most art today is pure prostitution

Summary

This quote suggests that the majority of art produced and marketed nowadays is viewed as a form of selling out or compromising one's creative integrity. It implies that artists are driven by purely financial motives rather than genuine artistic expression. The word "prostitution" is used metaphorically to emphasize the perceived degradation of art due to its commercialization. The quote highlights a critique of the commodification of art and questions the authenticity and integrity behind its creation and consumption in today's society.

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Art

By Leo Tolstoy

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