Colour Quote by J. D. Salinger
“His icebergs are strange monuments with a symbol embodied in their form and their colours. They do not freeze you when you look at them, for they are not of ice, they are what Lawren Harris feels and thinks after he has contemplated them”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Art Criticism on Lawren Harris, 1950s
The quote describes how Harris’s icebergs symbolize his inner thoughts and emotions, not literal ice, and they affect the viewer intellectually rather than physically.
In simple terms: Harris’s icebergs represent his feelings, not actual cold.
Key Takeaway
Observe art for its emotional meaning.
Themes
art
symbolism
perception
emotion
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
analytical
interpretive
When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- art education
- personal reflection
- creative inspiration
- museum tours
Key Concepts
abstract expressionism
visual metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do the icebergs evoke in you?
- How does symbolism change your view of a subject?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may vary; viewers might miss the intended symbolism.
