Art Quote by Lola Ridge
“As for the common men apart, Who sweat to keep their common breath, And have no hour for books or art-- What dreams have these to hide from death!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Common Men” by Lola Ridge, 1915
Ordinary people labor without leisure, their hidden dreams confront mortality.
In simple terms: Workers lack time for art; dreams face death.
Key Takeaway
Create space for creativity despite toil.
Themes
labor
art
mortality
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
poetic
social commentary
When to use this quote
- industrial work
- urban life
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
social realism
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can workers find time for art?
- What does death reveal about hidden aspirations?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures may suppress artistic expression.
