Phidias

Visual Arts Greece -480 – -430 50 quotes

Ancient Greek sculptor of the Parthenon, embodying classical ideal beauty.

Quotes by Phidias

I have set myself to create a god, not a man.

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The true artist is one who can make the invisible visible.

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Let no one imagine that I have created a god in the likeness of man, but rather that I have made man in the likeness of a god.

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The beauty of a work of art lies not in its material, but in the spirit with which it is imbued.

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My aim is to create a work that will inspire awe and reverence.

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The greatest challenge for an artist is to capture the essence of the divine.

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I strive for perfection, knowing that it is an elusive goal.

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The sculptor's hand is but an instrument; the true creation comes from the mind.

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To create a masterpiece, one must first envision it in the mind's eye.

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The material is merely a vessel for the artist's vision.

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I seek to elevate the human spirit through my art.

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The true measure of an artist is the impact their work has on the soul.

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My work is a testament to the glory of the gods.

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I believe that art has the power to transcend the mundane.

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The artist's duty is to reveal the hidden beauty of the world.

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Every stroke of the chisel is a prayer.

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I am but a humble servant of the Muses.

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The greatest reward for an artist is to see their work inspire others.

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I strive to create works that will endure for eternity.

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The essence of beauty lies in harmony and proportion.

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