Sickness, insanity and death were the angels that surrounded my cradle and they have followed me throughout my life.
Edvard MunchRead
I do not believe in the art which is not the compulsive result of man's urge to open his heart
Interpretation
What this quote means
True art is driven by the deep emotions and authenticity of the artist.
In this quote, Edvard Munch emphasizes that genuine art emerges from the artist's profound emotional experiences and innate desire to express their innermost feelings. He suggests that art is not merely a technical execution but rather a heartfelt outpouring that reflects the artist's soul and humanity.
Themes
ArtEmotionExpressionHeartHumanity
In practice
Example use cases
Referencing this quote at an art exhibition to emphasize the emotional connection behind the artwork.
More from Edvard Munch
All quotes βI donβt believe in an art that is not born out of manβs need to open his heart.
Edvard MunchRead
Through my art I have tried to explain my life and its meaning. I have also intended to help others to clarify their lives.
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My fear of life is necessary to me, as is my illness. Without anxiety and illness, I am a ship without a rudder. My art is grounded in reflections over being different from others. My sufferings are part of my self and my art. They are indistinguishable from me, and their destruction would destroy my art. I want to keep those sufferings
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At different moments you see with different eyes. You see differently in the morning than you do in the evening. In addition, how you see is also dependent on your emotional state. Because of this, a motif can be seen in many different ways, and this is what makes art interesting.
Edvard MunchRead
From my rotting body, flowers shall grow and I am in them and that is eternity.
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