Artist Quote by Guy de Maupassant
““<...> out of love of symmetry, just as people put two vases above a fireplace.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Necklace” (or similar) by Guy de Maupassant, 1884
The quote likens arranging objects for aesthetic symmetry to an act of love, highlighting human desire for order and beauty.
In simple terms: People arrange things symmetrically out of love for beauty.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate appreciation for harmony in everyday surroundings.
Themes
aesthetics
order
love
human nature
symmetry
Mood
calm
appreciative
Type
observational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- interior design
- art
- personal spaces
- rituals
Key Concepts
symbolism
beauty
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does symmetry affect your mood?
- What small changes could create more balance at home?
A Different Perspective
Excessive focus on symmetry can become obsessive.
![“Some years ago I was working on some forms which were vase forms with a fairly narrow base, and it was after [Hans] Coper had died that I saw an exhibition of his, a catalogue from an exhibition, and he was showing some forms which were made by cutting and joining a lot of different parts together…” quote by Warren MacKenzie](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/16b/warren-mackenzie-4654_bits_some-years-ago-i-was-working-on-some-for_61245.jpg)
