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Taste is the best judge. It is rare. Art only addresses itself to an excessively small number of individuals.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Taste is subjective and determines the value of art, which often appeals to a limited audience.
In this quote, Paul Cezanne reflects on the nature of taste in art, suggesting that individual preferences are the ultimate measure of artistic value. He acknowledges the rarity of true taste and points out that art often connects with only a select group of people, highlighting the subjective experience of art appreciation.
Themes
TasteArtSubjectivityAppreciationIndividuality
In practice
Example use cases
A discussion about art appreciation at a gallery opening could incorporate this quote.
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