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Accordance Quote by Aristotle

“All art is concerned with coming into being; for it is concerned neither with things that are, or come into being by necessity, nor with things that do so in accordance with nature.” quote by Aristotle
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“All art is concerned with coming into being; for it is concerned neither with things that are, or come into being by necessity, nor with things that do so in accordance with nature.”

Aristotle

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Source Treat: Metaphysics by Aristotle, 4th century BC

Art aims to create new forms rather than merely reflect existing reality or natural necessity.

In simple terms: Art creates, not just copies.

Key Takeaway

Focus on originality.

Themes

creativity art ontology

Mood

reflective inspired

Type

philosophical artistic

When to use this quote

  • painting
  • sculpture
  • design
  • innovation
  • education

Key Concepts

form essence becoming

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does it mean to create something truly new?
  • How does this view affect artistic criticism?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical constraints or audience reception.

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