Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Classicism is health, romanticisim is sickness.

Classicism is health, romanticisim is sickness.

Summary

This quote suggests that classicism represents a state of wellness and balance, while romanticism represents a state of ailment or disturbance. Classicism usually focuses on rationality, order, and symmetry, celebrating the values and aesthetics of ancient Greece and Rome. It embraces objectivity and reason, reflecting a sense of harmony and stability. In contrast, romanticism emphasizes individuality, emotional expression, and imagination. It often explores intense feelings, nature, and the supernatural, sometimes delving into darker or turbulent aspects of the human experience. Hence, this quote highlights the contrasting attitudes and perspectives that these two artistic movements embody.

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By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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