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Life is an illusion. I am held together in the nothingness by art.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is not as it seems, and art helps to uphold our existence amidst uncertainty.
In this quote, Anselm Kiefer expresses the idea that life may feel like an illusion, implying that our perceptions may not fully capture reality. He suggests that art serves as a vital force that provides meaning and coherence to our lives, binding us together in a world that can often feel empty or chaotic.
Themes
LifeIllusionArtMeaningExistence
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a speech about the importance of creativity in our daily lives.
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