Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

Those Dutchmen had hardly any imagination or fantasy, but their good taste and their scientific knowledge of composition were enormous.

Those Dutchmen had hardly any imagination or fantasy, but th

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This quote suggests that the Dutch people might have lacked creative imagination or fancy, but they excelled in having exceptional taste and an extensive understanding of artistic composition. Their practical and precise approach to art allowed them to create works of high aesthetic value, utilizing their scientific knowledge. Despite their limited imagination, the Dutch demonstrated a mastery of art through their meticulous attention to composition and adherence to principles of beauty. This quote highlights the strength of the Dutch in expressing beauty through precise composition rather than relying on imagination or fantasy.

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By Vincent Van Gogh

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