Quote by John Ruskin

The art which we may call generally art of the wayside, as opposed to that which is the business of men's lives, is, in the best sense of the word, Grotesque.

The art which we may call generally art of the wayside, as o

Summary

This quote suggests that there are two types of art: one that is considered part of the mainstream, integral to people's lives, and another that is more unconventional and marginalized. The quote deems this unconventional form of art as "Grotesque," but in a positive sense. It implies that this art, often found on the fringes or in unexpected places, embodies a unique and authentic creativity. The term "Grotesque" is seen here as a symbol of freedom from societal norms, enabling artists to challenge and subvert traditional aesthetic boundaries.

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