Quote by Michelangelo Buonarroti

The best artist has that thought alone Which is contained within the marble shell; The sculptor's hand can only break the spell To free the figures slumbering in the stone


The best artist has that thought alone Which is contained wi

Summary

This quote emphasizes the concept of artistic vision and skill. It suggests that the true essence of an artist lies in their ability to see the unseen potential within a block of marble. While a sculptor's hand may physically shape the art, it is the artist's thought and imagination that brings life and beauty to the raw material. It highlights the importance of creativity and the artist's power to transform ordinary materials into extraordinary works of art.

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By Michelangelo Buonarroti
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