Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

I experience a period of frightening clarity in those moments when nature is so beautiful. I am no longer sure of myself, and the paintings appear as in a dream.

I experience a period of frightening clarity in those moment

Summary

This quote, spoken by artist Vincent van Gogh, captures the intense emotional impact of being overwhelmed by the beauty of nature. Van Gogh describes experiencing a moment of "frightening clarity," where he becomes uncertain of his own sense of self. In these moments, he feels as if he is engulfed in a dream-like state, where the paintings themselves seem to come alive. It speaks to the transformative power of nature and artistic expression, blurring the boundaries between reality and imagination.

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By Vincent Van Gogh

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