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Art Quote by Aldous Huxley

“The finest works of art are precious, among other reasons, because they make it possible for us to know, if only imperfectly and for a little while, what it actually feels like to think subtly and feel nobly.” quote by Aldous Huxley
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“The finest works of art are precious, among other reasons, because they make it possible for us to know, if only imperfectly and for a little while, what it actually feels like to think subtly and feel nobly.”

Aldous Huxley

About This Quote

Source Book: The Perennial Philosophy, 1945

Great art lets us briefly experience subtle thought and noble feeling, despite its imperfections.

In simple terms: Art reveals deep thought and feeling.

Key Takeaway

Engage with art to glimpse higher cognition.

Themes

art cognition emotion

Mood

reflective inspired thoughtful

Type

philosophical artistic

When to use this quote

  • museum visits
  • reading literature
  • listening to music

Key Concepts

aesthetic experience philosophical insight

Questions to Reflect On

  • What artwork has made you feel subtly noble?
  • How can imperfect art still convey profound truth?
A Different Perspective

Art may be inaccessible to some.

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