Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke, Letters to a

With nothing can one approach a work of art so little as with critical words: they always come down to more or less happy misunderstandings.

With nothing can one approach a work of art so little as wit

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This quote suggests that using critical words to analyze or discuss a work of art is inherently limited and ineffective. It implies that words often fail to capture the true essence and meaning of a piece of art, resulting in misunderstandings or misinterpretations. The quote emphasizes the idea that a genuine appreciation and understanding of art can only come through personal experience and subjective perception rather than through critical analysis.

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