Admire Quote by Oscar Wilde
“The only excuse for making a useless thing is that one admires it intensely. All art is quite useless.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Importance of Being Earnest, 1895
He suggests that all art is inherently useless, yet we admire it intensely, making its uselessness a virtue.
In simple terms: Art is useless but admired.
Key Takeaway
Value art for its intrinsic worth.
Themes
aesthetics
philosophy
uselessness
Mood
ironic
thought‑provoking
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- museum curation
- creative inspiration
- educational curricula
- personal enjoyment
Key Concepts
beauty
subjectivity
cultural value
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we cherish things without practical use?
- Can uselessness be purposeful?
A Different Perspective
May dismiss functional aspects of art.
