My works are dear to me, each in its own way, I shall have…
“My works are dear to me, each in its own way, I shall have to answer for them on the Day off Judgement. God alone knows whether I shall ever see them again. Quite apart from the money which I was going to receive for their sale there (exhibition in Gallery Der Sturm, Berlin June-July, 1914) and it is no small sum.”
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 a deep personal responsibility for each work, fearing divine judgment and uncertain afterlife, beyond monetary concerns.
In simple terms: Art as moral accountability.
Key Takeaway
Art transcends profit.
Themes
responsibility
mortality
spirituality
artistic integrity
legacy
Mood
contemplative
solemn
reflective
Type
philosophical
personal
When to use this quote
- preparing for exhibition
- reflecting on artistic purpose
- contemplating legacy
Key Concepts
accountability
afterlife
value of art
Practical Applications
- ethical art criticism
- artist self‑assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to be answer for one's creations?
- How does spiritual belief shape artistic values?