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“If we study Japanese art, we see a man who is undoubtedly wise, philosophic, and intelligent, who spends his time doing what? In studying the distance between the earth and the moon? No— he studies a single blade of grass.” —Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890)
Drawing Inferences. Carefully examine the quote above by Post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh. Based on this quote, what can you infer about Van Gogh’s feelings toward Japanese art? Explain your reaction in a sen- tence or two.