Art Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“There is not only an art, but an eloquence in it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: De Oratore, 55 BC, Cicero
Artistic expression carries its own persuasive power beyond content.
In simple terms: Art has its own persuasive power.
Key Takeaway
Value style as much as substance.
Themes
rhetoric
art
communication
eloquence
Mood
inspirational
educational
Type
philosophical
historical
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- writing
- advertising
- political debate
Key Concepts
classical rhetoric
aesthetic persuasion
language art
Questions to Reflect On
- How does style influence belief?
- When should form yield to truth?
A Different Perspective
May overemphasize form, neglecting factual accuracy.
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