Quote by Marcel Marceau

What sculptors do is represent the essence of gesture. What is important in mime is attitude.

What sculptors do is represent the essence of gesture. What

Summary

This quote highlights the distinction between sculptors and mimes in terms of their artistic focus. Sculptors are concerned with capturing the core essence of gesture through their creations, emphasizing the physical movement and form. On the other hand, mime artists prioritize portraying attitude, allowing their performances to convey emotions, expressions, and energetic responses without using words. While both forms of art involve bodily expressions, this quote suggests that sculptors concentrate more on the anatomical aspect, while mimes emphasize the emotional and attitudinal aspects of human behavior.

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By Marcel Marceau

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