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.

Art is the signature of civilizations.

Art is the signature of civilizations.

All art is autobiographical. The pearl is the oyster's autobiography.

All art is autobiographical. The pearl is the oyster's autobiography.

Bad artists always admire each others work.

Bad artists always admire each others work.

Art is not a thing; it is a way.

Art is not a thing; it is a way.

The waking mind is the least serviceable in the arts.

The waking mind is the least serviceable in the arts.

Drawing is the true test of art.

Drawing is the true test of art.

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.

There is one thing one has to have: either a soul that is cheerful by nature, or a soul made read more

There is one thing one has to have: either a soul that is cheerful by nature, or a soul made cheerful by work, love, art, and knowledge.