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Art Quote by Clarice Lispector

“when art is good it is because it touched upon the inexpressive, the worst art is expressive, that art which trangresses the piece of iron and the piece of glass, and the smile, and the scream.” quote by Clarice Lispector
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““when art is good it is because it touched upon the inexpressive, the worst art is expressive, that art which trangresses the piece of iron and the piece of glass, and the smile, and the scream.””

Clarice Lispector

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Art of Expression,” 1975

Good art touches the inexpressible; worst art is merely expressive, breaking boundaries and evoking deep emotions.

In simple terms: True art transcends expression, breaking limits.

Key Takeaway

Create boundary‑pushing art.

Themes

art creativity expression philosophy

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

artistic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • painting
  • writing
  • performance
  • cultural critique

Key Concepts

aesthetic theory emotional depth

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “inexpressible” mean to you?
  • How can art break conventional limits?
A Different Perspective

Audience may resist challenging art.

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