Wow. What a truly powerful and beautifully articulated essay. As someone who is a "culture vulture" I read with great interest your take on all of this. It's really made me think. THANK YOU.

PS: The Tate (and all museums often have outrageously over-priced gift shops! However, that usually doesn't stop me from entering them.

PPS: I'm curious to know your thoughts about Banksy and his artistic works in the Ukraine.