It is not strength, but art, obtains the prize,
And to be swift is less than to be wise.
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It is not strength, but art, obtains the prize,
And to be swift is less than to be wise.
'Tis more by art, than force of numerous strokes.

Art is not merely an imitation of the reality of nature, but in truth a metaphysical supplement to the reality read more

Art is not merely an imitation of the reality of nature, but in truth a metaphysical supplement to the reality of nature, placed alongside thereof for its conquest.

I feel that there is nothing more truly artistic than to love people

I feel that there is nothing more truly artistic than to love people

Treat a work of art like a prince. Let it speak to you first.

Treat a work of art like a prince. Let it speak to you first.

Painting from nature is not copying the object; it is realizing one's sensations.

Painting from nature is not copying the object; it is realizing one's sensations.

Art is a step from what is obvious and well-known toward what is arcane and concealed.

Art is a step from what is obvious and well-known toward what is arcane and concealed.

All passes, Art alone
Enduring stays to us;
The Bust out-lasts the throne,--
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All passes, Art alone
Enduring stays to us;
The Bust out-lasts the throne,--
The coin, Tiberius.

Life doesn't imitate art, it imitates bad television.

Life doesn't imitate art, it imitates bad television.

Only an artist can interpret the meaning of life.

Only an artist can interpret the meaning of life.