Beauty Quote by Elizabeth Gilbert
““Because the world is so corrupted, misspoken, unstable, exaggerated and unfair, one should trust only what one can experience with one's own senses, and this makes the senses stronger in Italy than anywhere in Europe. This is why, Barzini says, Italians will tolerate hideously incompetent generals, presidents, tyrants, professors, bureaucrats, journalists and captains of industry, but will never tolerate incompetent "opera singers, conductors, ballerinas, courtesans, actors, film directors, cooks, tailors . . ." In a world of disorder and disaster and fraud, sometimes only beauty can be trusted. Only artistic excellence is incorruptible. Pleasure cannot be bargained down.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Stillness, 2019
Artistic excellence offers a trustworthy, uncorruptible refuge amidst societal chaos.
In simple terms: Art can be a trustworthy refuge.
Key Takeaway
Seek and support artistic excellence.
Themes
art
trust
corruption
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- museum visits
- supporting local artists
- personal creative practice
- educational programs
Key Concepts
aesthetics
philosophy
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What art forms bring you peace?
- How does beauty influence your perception of trust?
A Different Perspective
Not all art is free from bias or exploitation.
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