Criticism that it doesn't compete with the Louvre is misplaced. Great art, no matter how much you're willing to pay for it, is hard to come by today. Countries simply will not let their best across their borders. But. The Getty is a sensational place to indoctrinate those new to art. The rooms are set up to take you from era to era. It's a marvelous accomplishment. Pity those who don't get it.
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