Quotation by

Alfred de Vigny

Art ought never to be considered except in its relations with its ideal beauty.

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Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Alfred de Vigny is saying that art should always be judged based on how well it connects to or expresses a perfect or ideal form of beauty. He believes the value of art depends on its relationship to this higher standard of beauty rather than on other factors.

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