Quote by Charles Baudelaire

Who would dare assign to art the sterile function of imitating nature?

Who would dare assign to art the sterile function of imitati

Summary

This quote challenges the traditional notion that the purpose of art is solely to imitate nature. It questions the idea that art should merely replicate what already exists in the natural world. Instead, it suggests that art should have a more dynamic and profound function, going beyond imitation and daring to explore new expressions and interpretations of the human experience. The quote calls for a more ambitious and imaginative approach to art, one that breaks away from the confines of replication and embraces the unique power of artistic creations.

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