The vast majority of English folk cannot and will not consider a picture as a picture, apart from any story which it may be supposed to tell.
James WhistlerI always ask at once, 'Do you drink?' and if she says 'No,' I bow politely and say I am sorry but I fear she will not suit. All good cooks drink.
James WhistlerThe work of a master reeks not of the sweat of the brow - suggests no effort - and is finished from its beginning.
James WhistlerWe look at a painting to know the painter; it's his company we are after, not his skill.
James Whistler