Quote by Robert Browning

Inscribe all human effort with one word, artistry's haunting curse, the Incomplete!

Inscribe all human effort with one word, artistry's haunting

Summary

This quote suggests that artistry, while captivating and alluring, carries a perpetual sense of incompleteness. It implies that human endeavors, particularly creative ones, are haunted by the notion that they can never fully reach perfection or fulfillment. The curse of the incomplete reminds us that no matter how exceptional or accomplished an artistic creation may be, there will always be a lingering sense of potential improvement or unresolved elements. It highlights the eternal pursuit within the world of art to constantly strive for perfection, knowing it can never truly be attained.

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