Quote by Oscar Wilde

What art seeks to disturb is monotony of type, slavery of custom, tyranny of habit, and the reduction of man to the level of a machine.

What art seeks to disturb is monotony of type, slavery of cu

Summary

This quote highlights the purpose of art as a means to challenge and disrupt the tendencies of monotony, conformity, and mechanistic behavior in society.The quote suggests that art aims to break free from the chains of societal norms, oppressive customs, and rigid routines. It seeks to awaken individuals from the monotony of their lives and provoke them to think critically, to question the status quo, and to embrace their uniqueness and individuality. Ultimately, art strives to restore humanity's creativity, freedom, and capacity for independent thought.

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