Quote by Pablo Picasso

I have a horror of people who speak about the beautiful. What is the beautiful? One must speak of problems in painting!

I have a horror of people who speak about the beautiful. Wha

Summary

This quote reflects the viewpoint of the artist, Edouard Manet, who believed that discussing the concept of "the beautiful" is superficial and unimportant. Instead, he argues that artists should focus on addressing and solving the challenges and complexities within their art. Manet challenges the traditional notions of beauty in art and champions a more intellectual and thought-provoking approach, emphasizing the importance of tackling artistic problems rather than glorifying beauty for its own sake.

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By Pablo Picasso

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