As has been said...it is impossible to make clear the aims of a work of art by means of words.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Words cannot fully explain the goals or essence of a work of art.
- In plain terms
- You can't use words to completely explain what art aims to do.
- What can you take from it?
- Art communicates beyond language.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does art say that words cannot?
- Is it better to describe art or experience it?
Another view
Artists often use statements or titles to guide understanding.
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