Quote by George Bernard Shaw

Great art is never produced for its own sake. It is too difficult to be worth the effort.

Great art is never produced for its own sake. It is too diff

Summary

This quote suggests that creating great art requires significant effort and challenges. It implies that true artistry is not driven solely by personal satisfaction or the desire for self-expression, as the difficulty of the creative process surpasses any intrinsic value. Instead, great art is motivated by a deeper purpose or higher callingâ€”an aspiration to inspire, provoke emotions, challenge societal norms, or convey profound messages. The quote implies that the ultimate worth of art lies in its ability to transcend personal satisfaction and offer something of significance to the world.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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