Quote by Jerry Saltz

Probably only an art-worlder like me could assign deeper meaning to something as simple and silly as Tebowing. But, to us, anytime people repeat a stance or a little dance, alone or together, we see that it can mean something. Imagistic and unspoken language is our thing.

Probably only an art-worlder like me could assign deeper mea

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In this quote, the speaker, who identifies as an "art-worlder," suggests that they can find significance in acts like "Tebowing," which others may consider trivial. They perceive meaning when people participate in repetitive behaviors or movements, either individually or collectively. The speaker implies that they specialize in interpreting visual and tacit forms of communication, looking beyond the surface to find deeper symbolism in seemingly mundane acts or gestures.

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