Quote by David Hockney

I was always struck by how Picasso had no interest in music.

I was always struck by how Picasso had no interest in music.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker is surprised or intrigued by Picasso's lack of interest in music. It highlights Picasso's indifference or lack of passion for music despite being a highly influential and creative artist in his own field of painting. The statement might prompt further reflection on the intricacies of artistic preferences and why certain artists might have differing interests or priorities.

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By David Hockney

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