Beauty Quote by Jean Cocteau
“Beauty cannot be recognized with a cursory glance.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “On Beauty” by Jean Cocteau, 1935
Argues that true beauty cannot be grasped through a brief glance; it requires deeper, sustained attention.
In simple terms: Beauty needs deeper look.
Take time to truly see beauty.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- art criticism
- mindfulness practice
- design evaluation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does deeper observation reveal?
- How can you train yourself to look beyond the surface?
First impressions can be misleading.