Quote by Hans Hofmann

The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak.

The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary s

Summary

This quote suggests that the key to understanding or finding the truth lies in simplifying complex ideas or situations. By removing unnecessary details or complications, what is truly essential or important becomes clearer and easier to comprehend. It implies that simplification can provide clarity and enable the essential aspects to effectively communicate their significance.

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