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Classic art was the art of necessity: modern romantic art bears the stamp of caprice and chance
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"Classic art was the art of necessity: modern romantic art bears the stamp of caprice and chance"

- Max Eastman

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Max Eastman's quote speaks with the differences between classic and modern-day art. Timeless art was produced out of necessity, as it was typically utilized to tell stories, file history, or express religious beliefs. It was typically created with a particular purpose in mind. Modern romantic art, on the other hand, is frequently developed out of caprice and opportunity. It is often produced for the sake of developing something beautiful, with no specific function or significance. This kind of art is typically more abstract and available to analysis. It is typically created to stimulate feeling or to reveal the artist's sensations. In this method, contemporary romantic art is a reflection of the artist's private experience and viewpoint.

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Max Eastman This quote is written / told by Max Eastman between January 4, 1883 and March 25, 1969. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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