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Publilius Syrus

Art has a double face, of expression and illusion, just like science has a double face: the reality of error and the phantom of truth.

Publilius Syrus

Art

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Art both shows genuine feelings and creates a false impression, similar to how science involves making mistakes while also chasing an ideal understanding. This means that both art and science contain elements of reality mixed with elements that can mislead or deceive.

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