"I always thought I'd like my own tombstone to be blank. No epitaph, and no name. Well, actually, I'd like it to say "figment.""
- Andy Warhol
About this Quote
In this quote, Andy Warhol reveals his desire for a simple and simple tombstone. He does not want any words or names to be etched on it, other than for the word "invention." This word holds a much deeper significance for Warhol, as it represents his belief in the power of creativity and imagination. By selecting this word, he is declining the conventional concept of a tombstone as a method to be remembered and instead, embracing the concept of being remembered through his art and ideas. Warhol's quote highlights his unique perspective on life and death, and his desire to leave a lasting impact through his work.
This quote is written / told by Andy Warhol between August 6, 1927 and February 22, 1987. He was a famous Artist from USA.
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