Quote by Banksy

Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.

Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable

Summary

This quote encapsulates the purpose of art, which is to challenge and provoke emotions, thoughts, and perspectives. It suggests that art should offer solace to those who feel troubled, providing a sense of solace and relief. At the same time, it demands that art should also challenge and disrupt the complacent and content individuals, urging them to question their beliefs and assumptions. In essence, this quote highlights the dual function of art: to offer empathy and consolation to the disturbed while shaking up those who are too comfortable in their worldview.

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