Iosif Aleksandrovich Brodsky. Quay incurable (№ 414151)

But I want to note that the idea of turning Venice into a museum is just as ridiculous as the desire to revive it by pouring in fresh blood. First, what counts as fresh blood always ends up as plain old urine. And secondly, this city is not suitable for museums, as it is itself a work of art, the greatest masterpiece created by our species. You do not bring a picture to life, much less a statue. You leave them alone, protect them from vandals - the hordes of which may include you.