The Latin phrase 'ars longa, vita brevis' is a popular saying that translates to 'art is LONG, life is short'. This phrase is attributed to the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, and has been used by many writers throughout history. The crossword solutions for this phrase are DOLCE (5 letters), Horace (6 letters), Ovid (4 letters), and Longa (5 letters). DOLCE is an Italian word meaning 'SWEET', and is often used to describe music or art. Horace was a Roman poet who wrote extensively about art and life. Ovid was another Roman poet who wrote about love, fate, and mortality. Finally, Longa is the Latin word for 'LONG'. Together, these words form the phrase 'ars longa, vita brevis'.