The most basic task of any museum must be the protection of works of cultural significance entrusted to its care for the edification and pleasure of future generations. (Martin Filler)

The most basic task of any museum must be the protection of works of cultural significance entrusted to its care for the edification and pleasure of future generations.

Martin Filler

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