Art Quote by Rudyard Kipling
“It's clever, but is it Art?”
About This Quote
The statement questions whether cleverness alone qualifies something as art, implying that intelligence without aesthetic value may be insufficient.
In simple terms: Cleverness alone may not be art.
Consider both skill and aesthetic.
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When to use this quote
- art criticism
- design
- technology
- education
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines art for you?
- When does cleverness become art?
Cleverness can be superficial without deeper meaning.