Quote by Jerry Saltz

Venice is the perfect place for a phase of art to die. No other city on earth embraces entropy quite like this magical floating mall.

Venice is the perfect place for a phase of art to die. No ot

Summary

This quote suggests that Venice is a symbolic city where artistic movements or phases naturally come to an end. The use of the phrase "embrace entropy" implies that Venice does not resist or hold onto old artistic ideals, but rather allows them to dissipate and make way for new ones. The reference to Venice as a "magical floating mall" suggests that the city, with its architecture and vibrant atmosphere, creates an environment conducive to artistic exploration and evolution. Overall, Venice is portrayed as a place where art finds its culmination before giving birth to new artistic endeavors.

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By Jerry Saltz

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