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Toga Quote by Ivo Andrić

“Po tom višku koji nosi svako umetničko delo kao neki trag tajanstvene saradnje između prirode i umetnika, vidi se demonsko poreklo umetnosti. Postoji legenda da će Antihrist, kada se bude pojavio na zemlji, stvarati sve što je i Bog stvorio, samo sa većom veštinom i sa više savršenstva [...] Možda…” quote by Ivo Andrić
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““Po tom višku koji nosi svako umetničko delo kao neki trag tajanstvene saradnje između prirode i umetnika, vidi se demonsko poreklo umetnosti. Postoji legenda da će Antihrist, kada se bude pojavio na zemlji, stvarati sve što je i Bog stvorio, samo sa većom veštinom i sa više savršenstva [...] Možda je umetnik preteča Antihrista. Možda se hiljade i hiljade nas "igramo Antihrista", kao što se deca, usred mira, igraju rata.””

Ivo Andrić

About This Quote

The passage likens artistic creation to a mysterious collaboration with nature, suggesting art may have a demonic origin and that artists could be precursors to an anti‑Christ figure, reflecting on the duality of creation and destruction.

In simple terms: Art may stem from a dark source, yet reflects nature’s mystery.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the complex roots of creativity.

Themes

art creation duality mythology

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • art criticism
  • creative workshops
  • cultural studies
  • theological debate
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy literature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this dual nature mean for artists today?
  • How does recognizing darkness in art affect its value?
A Different Perspective

Viewing art as demonic can limit appreciation of its beauty.

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