Quote by Charles Baudelaire

Modernity is the transient, the fleeting, the contingent it is one half of art, the other being the eternal and the immovable.

Modernity is the transient, the fleeting, the contingent it

Summary

This quote suggests that modernity is characterized by transience, fleetingness, and contingency. It implies that these qualities are an essential part of art, with modernity representing the temporal aspect while the eternal and immovable represent the other half. In this perspective, modernity is seen as a dynamic force that contrasts with the timeless and steadfast nature found in art. It highlights the importance of embracing the changing and ephemeral aspects of the modern world while recognizing the enduring essence that art can provide.

By Charles Baudelaire

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