Art is not merely an imitation of the reality of nature, but in truth a metaphysical supplement to the reality of nature, placed alongside thereof for its conquest.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
This is the merit and distinction of art: to be more real than reality, to be not nature but nature's essence.
Art is the objectification of feeling, and the subjectification of nature.
Art is a harmony parallel with nature.
Art is not a treasure in the past or an importation from another land, but part of the present life of all living and creating peoples.
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
Art is about expressing the true nature of the human spirit in whatever way one wishes to express it. If it is honest, it is beautiful. If it is not honest, it is obvious.
Art is a deception that creates real emotions - a lie that creates a truth. And when you give yourself over to that deception, it becomes magic.
All art is but imitation of nature.
What is art? Nature concentrated.
Nothing is art if it does not come from nature.