“The artist who is not also a craftsman is no good; but, alas, most of our artists are nothing else.”
Quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Author
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, born on August 28, 1749, and died on March 22, 1832, was a prominent German writer, thinker, and scientist. He is one of the greatest writers in German literary history and his works have had a profound impact on the world. His most famous works include 'Faust' and 'The Sorrows of Young Werther'. more
You May Also Like
“Whoever aspiring, struggles on, for him there is salvation.”
“Against great advantages in another, there are no means of defending ourselves except love.”
Source: Delphi Works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Illustrated)
Source: Conversations of Goethe with Johann Peter Eckermann
“Thank God when He lays a burden on thee, and thank Him when He takes it off.”
“Try novelties for salesman's bait, For novelty wins everyone.”
Source: Faust
Source: Conversations of Goethe with Johann Peter Eckermann
“Man must strive, and striving he must err.”
Source: Faust