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Anger Quote by Yves Klein

“At present, I am particularly excited by "bad taste." I have the deep feeling that there exists in the very essence of bad taste a power capable of creating those things situated far beyond what is traditionally termed "The Work of Art." I wish to play with human feeling, with its "morbidity" in a…” quote by Yves Klein
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““At present, I am particularly excited by "bad taste." I have the deep feeling that there exists in the very essence of bad taste a power capable of creating those things situated far beyond what is traditionally termed "The Work of Art." I wish to play with human feeling, with its "morbidity" in a cold and ferocious manner.””

Yves Klein

About This Quote

Source Interview: 1960s Art Manifesto, Yves Klein, 1960

Klein sees “bad taste” as a raw, powerful force that can break artistic conventions and evoke strong, unsettling emotions.

In simple terms: He believes shocking aesthetics can create new art beyond tradition.

Key Takeaway

Embrace unsettling aesthetics to expand creative boundaries.

Themes

art transgression emotion innovation

Mood

provocative intense challenging

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gallery exhibitions
  • performance art
  • experimental design
  • provocative advertising

Key Concepts

aesthetic theory psychology of disgust creative risk

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you use discomfort constructively?
  • What boundaries can you safely push?
A Different Perspective

Bad taste may alienate audiences and limit commercial success.

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