Art Quote by Anne Carson
““On the Rules of Perspective A bad trick. Mistake. Dishonesty. These are the views of Braque. Why? Braque rejected perspective. Why? Someone who spends his life drawing profiles will end up believing that man has one eye, Braque felt. Braque wanted to take full possession of objects. He said as much in published interviews. Watching the small shiny planes of the landscape recede out of his grasp filled Braque with loss so he smashed them. Nature morte, said Braque.””
About This Quote
Braque rejected traditional perspective, believing it limited perception, and sought to fully possess objects, leading to a radical break from realism.
In simple terms: Braque abandoned perspective to capture objects fully.
Key Takeaway
Embrace alternative viewpoints to deepen perception.
Themes
art
perception
innovation
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- painting
- sculpture
- art criticism
- visual studies
- creative practice
Key Concepts
perspective
objectivity
modernism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does rejecting perspective reveal about perception?
- How can artists balance realism and abstraction?
A Different Perspective
Such radical shifts may alienate traditional audiences.
