Art that provokes argument is more tomy taste than art that inspires awe

Art that provokes argument is more tomy taste than art that inspires awe
Simon Jenkins
The Guardian
21 Jul 2006

Is the Ardabil carpet the most beautiful object in London? Made in Persia in 1540, and yesterday restored to public view at the V&A in London, the carpet is formed of one astonishing pattern extending over 50 square metres, reputedly with 30 million... read more...