George Grosz Quotes

A collection of quotes by George Grosz.

George Grosz was a German artist and writer, born on July 26, 1893. Known for his scathing social and political commentary, he became a prominent figure in the Dadaist and New Objectivity movements. Grosz's distinctive satirical style depicted the corruption and decadence of Weimar-era society, often criticizing the bourgeoisie and the emerging Nazi regime. His works encompassed paintings, drawings, and illustrations, and he also played an influential role in the Berlin Dada scene. Forced to flee Germany during the rise of the Nazis, Grosz eventually settled in the United States, where he continued his artistic career until his death in 1959.

Peace was declared, but not all of us were drunk with joy or

Peace was declared, but not all of us were drunk with joy or stricken blind.

George Grosz

Peace

I stood up as best I could to their disgusting stupidity and

I stood up as best I could to their disgusting stupidity and brutality, but I did not, of course, manage to beat them at their own game. It was a fight to the bitter end, one in which I was not defending ideals or beliefs but simply my own self.

George Grosz

Best

The bourgeoisie and the petty bourgeoisie have armed themsel

The bourgeoisie and the petty bourgeoisie have armed themselves against the rising proletariat with, among other things, culture. It's an old ploy of the bourgeoisie. They keep a standing art to defend their collapsing culture.

George Grosz

Culture

The cult of individuality and personality, which promotes pa

The cult of individuality and personality, which promotes painters and poets only to promote itself, is really a business. The greater the genius of the personage, the greater the profit.

George Grosz

Publicity