“The basis of artistic creation is not what is, but what might be; not the real, but the possible. Artists create according to the same principles as nature, but they apply them to individual entities, while nature, to use a Goethean expression, thinks nothing of individual things. She is always building and destroying, because she wants to achieve perfection, not in the individual thing, but in the whole.”
Quote by Rudolf Steiner
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Art as Spiritual Activity: Rudolf Steiner's Contribution to the Visual Arts
Written by Rudolf Steiner, this work delves into the profound connection between art and spirituality, offering insights into the transformative power of visual arts. Steiner's perspective on the visual arts as a means of spiritual expression and a catalyst for human evolution is thoroughly examined. more
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Rudolf Steiner
Rudolf Steiner was a renowned philosopher, educator, social reformer, and spiritual scientist. Born on February 27, 1861, and died on March 30, 1925, Steiner is known as a pioneer of holistic education and the founder of the Waldorf education system. His ideas and contributions have had a profound impact on the fields of art, architecture, agriculture, and anthropology. more
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