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Bears Quote by Paul Klee

“Sometimes I dream of a work of really great breadth, ranging through the whole region of object, meaning, and style. This, I fear, will remain a dream, but it is a good thing to bear the possibility occasionally in mind.” quote by Paul Klee
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“Sometimes I dream of a work of really great breadth, ranging through the whole region of object, meaning, and style. This, I fear, will remain a dream, but it is a good thing to bear the possibility occasionally in mind.”

Paul Klee

About This Quote

Source Essay: "On the Theory of Color" by Paul Klee, 1925

The author aspires to create an expansive work that unites object, meaning, and style, acknowledging it may stay unrealized but remains a valuable imagination.

In simple terms: A wish for a broad, unified artwork, even if only imagined.

Key Takeaway

Embrace ambitious visions, even if unattainable.

Themes

creativity ambition artistic vision

Mood

reflective inspired

Type

philosophical artistic

When to use this quote

  • painting projects
  • conceptual art
  • design thinking
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

interdisciplinary synthesis aesthetic theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance lofty artistic dreams with realistic work?
  • What small steps can keep the vision alive?
A Different Perspective

Idealistic goals can distract from practical progress.

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