Art Quote by Joseph Beuys
“I work in the field of art, and you know how during a period of Marxist ideology, fewer people are inclined to believe in the power of the culture as a whole: they believe in the revolutionary potential of economics, class struggle theory.. ..Therefore it's time to show that art means the power of creativity, and it's time to define art in a larger way, to include science and religion too..(1973”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Politics, 1973
Art should be seen as a broad, creative force that includes science and religion, not just a tool for Marxist economic theory.
In simple terms: Art is a powerful, inclusive creative force.
Key Takeaway
Expand art’s definition beyond economics.
Themes
art
creativity
interdisciplinary
politics
culture
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- museum curation
- educational curricula
- public policy
- cross‑disciplinary collaborations
Key Concepts
Aesthetics
social theory
holistic view
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions support interdisciplinary art?
- What role does science play in artistic expression?
A Different Perspective
Art’s impact can be limited by institutional resistance and funding constraints.
