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The reward of art is not fame or success but intoxication: that is

The reward of art is not fame or success but intoxication: that is why so many bad artists are unable to give it up. – Jean Cocteau

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An artist cannot speak about his art any more than a plant can discuss horticulture. – Jean Cocteau

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I have lost my seven best friends, which is to say God has had mercy on me seven times without realizing it. He lent a friendship, took it from me, sent me another. – Jean Cocteau

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