The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection.
Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human art can only approximate divine perfection, never fully reaching it.
- In plain terms
- Art is just a shadow compared to perfect divine creation.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize the limits of human creation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the ideal you strive for?
- Is perfection attainable?
Another view
Not all art aims for divine perfection.
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