There ought to be but one large art warehouse in the world, to which the artist could carry his art-works, and from which he could carry away whatever he needed. As it is, one must be half a tradesman.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Beethoven wishes artists could freely access resources for their work instead of having to work as merchants.
- In plain terms
- Artists should not have to be business people to create.
- What can you take from it?
- Artists need support to focus on creation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What stops you from creating more?
- How should society support artists?
Another view
Some artists enjoy the business side.
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