Beauty Quote by Eugene Delacroix
“Curiously enough, the Sublime is generally achieved through want of proportion.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Aesthetics, 1845
The sublime is reached by balancing extreme elements, avoiding excess that dulls impact.
In simple terms: Great impact comes from balanced extremes.
Seek proportion in intense experiences.
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When to use this quote
- design
- architecture
- public speaking
- performance art
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What proportion feels too much?
- When does intensity become overwhelming?
Overemphasis can diminish the intended awe.