Quote by Elizabeth Bowen

Art is the only thing that can go on mattering, once it has stopped hurting.

Art is the only thing that can go on mattering, once it has

Summary

This quote suggests that art has a lasting impact even after the pain or suffering it might express has subsided. While pain may be the initial impetus for creating art, the quote implies that great art has the ability to transcend that pain and continue to hold significance and meaning. It implies that art has a timeless quality, allowing it to resonate with people long after the initial emotions or experiences have faded away. Ultimately, it suggests that art has a enduring power to connect, inspire, and bring meaning to people's lives.

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