Quote by Clive Bell

A rose is the visible result of an infinitude of complicated goings on in the bosom of the earth and in the air above, and similarly a work of art is the product of strange activities in the human mind.

A rose is the visible result of an infinitude of complicated

Summary

This quote speaks to the complexity and profound nature of both nature and art. Just as a rose doesn't simply exist at face value but is the outcome of intricate processes within the earth and atmosphere, a work of art is not merely a physical creation but emerges from the enigmatic workings of the human mind. It suggests that both natural beauty and artistic expression are rich and multidimensional, with hidden depths and intricacies that require deeper exploration and appreciation.

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