Quote by Alexander Pope

So vast is art, so narrow human wit.

So vast is art, so narrow human wit.

Summary

This quote suggests that the magnitude of art exceeds the limits of human intellect and understanding. It emphasizes the idea that art encompasses an immense range of expression and forms, yet our own capacities for comprehending it are limited and restricted. In a poetic manner, the quote highlights the vastness of artistic creativity and the humbling realization of our own limitations in fully grasping its depth and richness.

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By Alexander Pope

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