Admire Quote by Oscar Wilde
““making a useful thing as long as he does not admire it. The only excuse for making a useless thing is that one admires it intensely.””
About This Quote
Source Play: An Ideal Husband, 1895
He claims usefulness is only justified if admired; uselessness is excused by admiration.
In simple terms: Admiration can mask lack of utility.
Key Takeaway
Value function over fascination.
Themes
art
utility
admiration
value
philosophy
Mood
witty
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product design
- creative work
- consumer behavior
Key Concepts
Aesthetic theory
ethical critique
Questions to Reflect On
- When is admiration insufficient justification?
- How do we balance beauty and usefulness?
A Different Perspective
May ignore practical needs.
