The Philosophical Link between Art and Quantum Entanglement: A Comparative Study of Holism in Artistic Experience and Quantum Physics

Abstract

This paper investigates the philosophical connections between art and quantum entanglement, two seemingly distinct domains. Quantum entanglement, one of the most enigmatic phenomena in modern physics, describes the instantaneous and non-local connection between subatomic particles. These particles (such as electrons, protons, and neutrons) can remain interconnected regardless of the distance separating them, a concept that challenges classical physics. Meanwhile, the philosophy of art seeks to explain the nature and significance of artistic experience, often emphasizing a holistic, unified understanding of a work of art. This study explores the conceptual similarities between these two fields, arguing that both reveal a form of holism where the parts can only be fully understood within the context of the whole. Despite their methodological and thematic differences, both quantum physics and the philosophy of art suggest that the world is an interconnected network of relationships, leading to a richer comprehension of reality.