Quote by Francis Bacon

Pictures and shapes are but secondary objects and please or displease only in the memory.

Pictures and shapes are but secondary objects and please or

Summary

This quote suggests that pictures and shapes hold significance only in our memories, thus their ability to evoke pleasure or displeasure is subjective and based on personal experiences. It implies that the true value of pictures and shapes lies in their ability to create lasting impressions in our minds rather than being inherently pleasing or displeasing. Ultimately, our interpretation and recollection of these visuals are what hold the power to elicit emotions.

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Art

By Francis Bacon

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