Top 2 Quotes & Sayings by Royal Cortissoz

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American critic Royal Cortissoz.
Last updated on October 10, 2024.
Royal Cortissoz

Royal Cortissoz was an American art historian and, from 1891 until his death, the art critic for the New York Herald Tribune. During his tenure at the newspaper, he consistently championed traditionalism and decried modernism. Of the latter, he once wrote, "It will someday prove a kind of Victorian 'dud', with a difference, obviously, but a 'dud' just the same."

In this temple As in the hearts of the people For whom he saved the Union The memory of Abraham Lincoln Is enshrined forever — © Royal Cortissoz
In this temple As in the hearts of the people For whom he saved the Union The memory of Abraham Lincoln Is enshrined forever
It is an old trick. The playgoer who does not like dirty plays is denounced as a prude; the music-lover who resents cacophony is told he is a pedant; and in all these matters the final crushing blow administered to the man of discrimination is the ascription to him of a hidebound prejudice against things that are new because they are new.
This site uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience. More info...
Got it!