Attractive Quote by Karl Wilhelm Friedrich Schlegel
“Beauty is that which is simultaneously attractive and sublime.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Athenaeum, 1798
Beauty combines both appeal and a sense of awe, transcending mere attractiveness.
In simple terms: Beauty is attractive and awe‑inspiring.
Key Takeaway
Seek experiences that uplift both senses and spirit.
Themes
aesthetics
philosophy
transcendence
sublime
attraction
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- nature appreciation
- architectural design
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
philosophical aesthetics
Romanticism
concept of the sublime
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes something sublime to you?
- Can beauty be measured?
A Different Perspective
The sublime can be subjective and culturally variable.
