Artist Quote by Karin Fossum
““Now while it's hanging in the gallery I pine for it. But once it's on my own wall, perhaps it will be different -- once it's here all the time, every time I lift my eyes ... when I come into the living room in the morning and in the evening ... Will it make me happy? Yes, a voice inside him said, it will make you happy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Caller by Karin Fossum, 2006
Possessing art may change its emotional impact, but the desire for happiness remains uncertain.
In simple terms: Owning art may not guarantee joy.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on why you seek happiness in objects.
Themes
art
expectation
happiness
perception
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- home décor
- gift giving
- personal fulfillment
Key Concepts
aesthetics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we expect objects to make us happy?
- What non‑material sources bring lasting joy?
A Different Perspective
Material possessions often fail to deliver lasting satisfaction.
