Quote by William C. Bryant

A sculptor wields The chisel, and the stricken marble grows To beauty.

A sculptor wields The chisel, and the stricken marble grows

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This quote implies that a sculptor is able to transform a plain, lifeless marble into a beautiful piece of art by carefully and skillfully using a chisel. It reflects the power of an artist's creativity and craftsmanship. The process of sculpting is highlighted as a metaphor for the potential transformation and enhancement of something ordinary into something extraordinary, emphasizing the impact that art can have on the world.

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