Art is the symbol of the two noblest human efforts: to construct and to refrain from destruction.

Art is the symbol of the two noblest human efforts: to construct and to refrain from destruction.

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.

Art is making something out of nothing and selling it.

Art is making something out of nothing and selling it.

Love isn't an emotion or an instinct--it's an art.

Love isn't an emotion or an instinct--it's an art.

Art is not a thing; it is a way.

Art is not a thing; it is a way.

All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man's life, read more

All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man's life, lifting it from the sphere of mere physical existence and leading the individual towards freedom.

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.

True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist.

True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist.

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.