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 je umetnik preteča Antihrista. Možda se hiljade i hiljade nas "igramo Antihrista", kao što se deca, usred mira, igraju rata.””
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.
Recognize the complex roots of creativity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- creative workshops
- cultural studies
- theological debate
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this dual nature mean for artists today?
- How does recognizing darkness in art affect its value?
Viewing art as demonic can limit appreciation of its beauty.