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And the fifteenth century was an impassioned age, so ardent and serious in its pursuit of art that it consecrated everyt
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"And the fifteenth century was an impassioned age, so ardent and serious in its pursuit of art that it consecrated everything with which art had to ad as a religious object"

- Walter Pater

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The fifteenth century was a time of wonderful enthusiasm and devotion to the arts. Individuals of this period were so devoted to art that they treated it as a sacred item. This quote by Walter Pater talks to the strength of the fifteenth century's devotion to art. People of this period were so enthusiastic concerning art that they dedicated their lives to it. They saw art as a means to express their emotions as well as beliefs, and also they put a great deal of initiative right into developing works of art that were purposeful as well as gorgeous. This quote also speaks with the importance of art in the fifteenth century. Individuals of this age saw art as a method to get in touch with the divine, and they believed that art could bring them closer to God. The fifteenth century was a time of excellent creative thinking and interest for art, and also this quote by Walter Pater speaks with the value of art in this era.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Walter Pater between August 4, 1839 and July 30, 1894. He/she was a famous Critic from England. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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