Quote by Plato

There are three arts which are concerned with all things one which uses, another which makes, and a third which imitates them.

There are three arts which are concerned with all things one

Summary

This quote suggests that there are three fundamental types of arts: the art of using things, the art of making things, and the art of imitating things. The first art refers to the practical application and utilization of existing resources or objects. The second art pertains to the creation and production of new objects or works. Lastly, the third art refers to the replication or mimicry of existing things through various forms of artistic expression. This quote highlights the diverse nature of arts and their varying purposes in relation to the objects and concepts they engage with.

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