Analysis Quote by Robert Aris Willmott
“One interesting feature of criticism is seen in the ease with which it discovers what Addison called the specific quality of an author. In Livy, it will be the manner of telling the story; in Sallust, personal identification with the character; in Tacitus, the analysis of the deed into its motive. If the same test be applied to painters, it will find the prominent faculty of Correggio to be manifested in harmony of effect; of Poussin, in the sentiment of his landscapes; and of Raffaelle, in the general comprehension of his subject.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Literary Criticism, 19th Century
Criticism reveals each author's unique strength: narrative style, character empathy, or motive analysis, and similarly identifies painters' distinct talents.
In simple terms: Critics spot what makes each writer or painter special.
Key Takeaway
Identify and appreciate unique artistic traits.
Themes
art
literature
analysis
critical thinking
creative expression
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
explanatory
critical
When to use this quote
- literary analysis class
- art history lecture
- creative writing workshop
- museum curation
- personal artistic development
Key Concepts
authorial voice
visual harmony
psychological insight
subject mastery
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria best reveal an artist’s core strength?
- How can criticism balance specificity with broader relevance?
A Different Perspective
Criticism can be subjective and overlook broader contexts.
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