Art Quote by Oscar Wilde
““The only excuse for making a useless thing is that one admires it intensely. All art is quite useless. OSCAR WILDE””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Decay of Lying” (1891)
He argues that creating useless art is justified when one admires it intensely; all art lacks practical purpose.
In simple terms: Useless art is okay if loved.
Key Takeaway
Create for love, not utility.
Themes
art
uselessness
admiration
Mood
playful
philosophical
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- painting
- writing
- music
- sculpture
- performance
Key Concepts
aesthetics
philosophy of art
Questions to Reflect On
- Should art serve a purpose?
- When is art truly useless?
A Different Perspective
Uselessness may limit impact.
