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Adultery Quote by Ben Jonson

“Give me a look, give me a face, That makes simplicity a grace Robes loosely flowing, hair as free Such sweet neglect more taketh me Than all the adulteries of art: They strike mine eyes, but not my heart.” quote by Ben Jonson
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“Give me a look, give me a face, That makes simplicity a grace Robes loosely flowing, hair as free Such sweet neglect more taketh me Than all the adulteries of art: They strike mine eyes, but not my heart.”

Ben Jonson

About This Quote

Source Play: The Alchemist, 1610

Simplicity and naturalness are more beautiful than artificial art that only pleases the eye.

In simple terms: Simple beauty beats flashy art.

Key Takeaway

Embrace natural simplicity.

Themes

beauty simplicity art

Mood

contemplative appreciative poetic

Type

literary reflective

When to use this quote

  • fashion
  • design
  • personal style

Key Concepts

aesthetics human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does simplicity mean to you?
  • How can you incorporate natural elegance into daily life?
A Different Perspective

Simplicity may be undervalued in modern culture.

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