Works of art

How do we know when a work of art is great?

How do we measure excellence in a work of art?

How do we aim for excellence if we can’t recognize it?

Why do some works of art endure and not others?

Why do some works of art have to die and be resurrected to be valued?

Why are some works of art locked up in vaults, completely against their will?

Why are minor works by great artists valued more than great works by minor artists?

What makes a work of art timeless?

Why do some works of art never cease to be provocative?

Is it necessary for works of art to be held to a high external standard?

Must a work of art eventually have to speak to a broad audience?

Should a work of art have expectations of a viewer?

Does a work of art owe any responsibility to its viewers?

Do any of these questions really  matter?