Quotation by

Jean Rostand

Beauty in art is often nothing but ugliness subdued.

Beauty

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

The quote means that what we see as beauty in art is actually created by controlling or softening elements that might otherwise seem harsh or unpleasant. It suggests that art transforms raw, imperfect, or chaotic aspects into something more pleasing to the eye.

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