Famous quote by Edvard Munch

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I have no fear of photography as long as it cannot be used in heaven and in hell
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"I have no fear of photography as long as it cannot be used in heaven and in hell"

- Edvard Munch

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In this quote, Edvard Munch is revealing his lack of worry towards photography, as long as it can not be utilized in the afterlife. This statement recommends that Munch thinks photography to be a powerful tool that can catch and protect moments in the real world, but it holds no significance in the spiritual realm. He might be indicating that photography is restricted in its ability to record the essence of paradise and hell, which are frequently depicted as intangible and beyond human comprehension. Munch's words likewise hint at his belief in the presence of an afterlife, where photography holds no worth. In general, this quote shows Munch's ideas on the constraints of photography and its insignificance in the grand scheme of things.

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Edvard Munch This quote is written / told by Edvard Munch between December 12, 1863 and January 23, 1944. He was a famous Painter from Norway. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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