Disregard Quote by Cennino Cennini
“Take note that, before going any farther, I will give you the exact proportion of a man. Those of a woman I will disregard, for she does not have any set proportion.”
About This Quote
He claims men have a set proportion, dismissing women as lacking any.
In simple terms: Men have a proportion; women none.
Key Takeaway
Question gender stereotypes.
Themes
gender
body image
bias
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
critical
educational
When to use this quote
- art
- history
- philosophy
- culture
Key Concepts
historical perspectives
social norms
equality
Questions to Reflect On
- Why perpetuate such ideas?
- How can we redefine body standards?
A Different Perspective
Statement is scientifically inaccurate.
