Break Quote by Marcel Duchamp
“When the vision of the 'Nude' flashed upon me, I knew that it would break forever the enslaving chains of Naturalism.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Future of Art, 1917
Predicting that the 'Nude' will dismantle naturalistic constraints in art.
In simple terms: The 'Nude' will break naturalism.
Challenge artistic conventions.
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When to use this quote
- gallery curating
- art criticism
- creative education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does breaking tradition affect reception?
- What new forms emerge from this shift?
Breaking norms may alienate traditional audiences.