It is in fact agreed that I am the plague, the cholera of…
“It is in fact agreed that I am the plague, the cholera of the benevolent and generous men who are interested in art and that, when I show myself with my plasters, even the Emperor of the Sahara would flee.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The artist feels cursed, likened to a plague among generous people, causing even powerful figures to flee.
In simple terms: I am seen as a destructive force.
Key Takeaway
Channel creative energy constructively.
Themes
art
self‑identity
alienation
power
pain
Mood
melancholic
defiant
Type
artistic
psychological
When to use this quote
- gallery openings
- artist residencies
- mental health support
Key Concepts
existentialism
artist’s struggle
social rejection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does self‑perception affect art?
- Can society embrace misunderstood creators?
A Different Perspective
Self‑labeling as a plague can be self‑fulfilling.