Skip to content

Art Quote by Siri Hustvedt

“I saw Joseph Cornell's lyrical work for the first time at the Museum of Modern Art in the late seventies and have internalized many of his boxes.” quote by Siri Hustvedt
Download Open image
“I saw Joseph Cornell's lyrical work for the first time at the Museum of Modern Art in the late seventies and have internalized many of his boxes.”

Siri Hustvedt

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Boxes of Memory", The New Yorker, 2005

She describes discovering Cornell's art, which deeply influenced her perception of narrative and memory.

In simple terms: Cornell's art reshaped her view.

Key Takeaway

Explore art that challenges perception.

Themes

memory art influence

Mood

reflective curious

Type

analytical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • museum visits
  • art studies
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

visual poetry assemblage creative inspiration

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions do Cornell's boxes evoke?
  • How can visual art inform your own work?
A Different Perspective

Interpretation can be highly subjective.

3.7 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Siri Hustvedt

Explore all 330 Siri Hustvedt quotes

More Art quotes

Browse all 48,643 Art quotes