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Quote by Anita Malfatti
O ofício do artista é simplesmente o do instrumento transmissor.
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The quote presents the artist as a channel rather than the ultimate source of what is expressed. Calling the artist a “transmitting instrument” emphasizes carrying an idea, feeling, or message through artistic work. The word “simply” makes this role sound focused and limited.
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- Instituto de Estudos Brasileiros, Universidade de São Paulo (Arquivo Anita Malfatti)
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