Documents Quote by Man Ray
“Don't put my name on it. These are simply documents I make.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art magazine, 1935
I prefer anonymity; my work stands alone without personal attribution.
In simple terms: Separate creator identity from creation.
Key Takeaway
Let work speak for itself.
Themes
anonymity
authorship
artistic integrity
creativity
identity
Mood
thoughtful
artistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- exhibitions
- publishing
- collaborative projects
Key Concepts
art theory
authorial intent
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- Why hide your name?
- How does anonymity influence reception?
A Different Perspective
Lack of credit can affect legacy.
![“Utopian fiction is really boring. I had to read a lot of it, and it's not that much fun. But they're fascinating to me as historical documents. Cabet [Icaria's founder and author of the utopian novel, Travels in Icaria], is writing in the 1830s, and his idea of the perfect society reveals a lot…” quote by Christine Jennings](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac0/christine-jennings-20527_book_utopian-fiction-is-really-boring-i-had-t_68118.jpg)
