p. 271, "Being Outside"
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For the artist, fulfillment of self consists not in marching in the ranks of the liberators but in being entered in the roll of the Masters. The artist tends to find himself in the position of a deserter from his social group — or, at best, one who collaborates, with secret reservations.
— Harold Rosenberg
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Source: Wikiquote: "Harold Rosenberg" (Quotes, Art & Other Serious Matters, (1985): Harold Rosenberg. Art & Other Serious Matters, (1985) University of Chicago Press,)
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About Harold Rosenberg
Harold Rosenberg (February 2, 1906 – July 11, 1978) was an American art critic, educator and historian. His essay on Action painting of 1952 made him an important voice in the New York art world.
About Harold Rosenberg
Harold Rosenberg (February 2, 1906 – July 11, 1978) was an American art critic, educator and historian. His essay on Action painting of 1952 made him an important voice in the New York art world.
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