The Letters and Diaries of Oskar Schlemmer Quotes

“…history has taught us more than enough about what happens when nationalism gets out of hand. For as much evil has been done in its name as good. But the nationalistic tide seems to be sweeping over the world; neighbors are reinforcing their fences instead of pursuing the beautiful goal of breaking down barriers.
(letter to Otto Meyer, Breslau. May 7, 1932)”
― Oskar Schlemmer, The Letters and Diaries of Oskar Schlemmer

“Show me how you portray nature, and I shall tell you who you are.”
― Oskar Schlemmer, The Letters and Diaries of Oskar Schlemmer

“A work of art is a declaration of freedom. There has never been anything so difficult for mankind to bear as freedom.”
― Oskar Schlemmer , The Letters and Diaries of Oskar Schlemmer