Expression, sentiment, truth to nature, are essential: but … - John Ruskin

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Expression, sentiment, truth to nature, are essential: but all those are not enough. I never care to look at a picture again, if it be ill composed; and if well composed I can hardly leave off looking at it.

John Ruskin

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John Ruskin (8 February 1819 – 20 January 1900) was an English author, poet and painter, most famous for his work as art critic and social critic.

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Alternative Names: Kata Phusin • Rŏsŭkʻin • J. Ruskin • John Rosukin • Jon Rasukin • Dzhon Rëskin • Ruskin

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