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Art also is a kind of language – but it’s a language of feeling.
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The quote presents art as a form of communication. Like spoken language, it conveys something, but its message is centered on feeling rather than ordinary statements or information. A painting, song, or other artwork can express an emotion or emotional experience without explaining it in words.
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