Art attracts us only by what it reveals of our most secret self.

Art attracts us only by what it reveals of our most secret self.

In art, the obvious is a sin.

In art, the obvious is a sin.

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 the lie that enables us to realize the truth.

Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.

Art is the most beautiful of all lies.

Art is the most beautiful of all lies.

As all Nature's thousands changes
But one changeless God proclaim;
So in Art's wide kingdom ranges
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As all Nature's thousands changes
But one changeless God proclaim;
So in Art's wide kingdom ranges
One sole meaning still the same:
This is Truth, eternal Reason,
Which from Beauty takes its dress,
And serene through time and season
Stands aye in loveliness.

There is nothing new in art except talent.rn

There is nothing new in art except talent.rn

Art hurts. Art urges voyages - and it is easier to stay at home.

Art hurts. Art urges voyages - and it is easier to stay at home.

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.