Add Quote by William Shakespeare
“Therefore, to be possess'd with double pomp, To guard a title that was rich before, To gild refined gold, to paint the lily, To throw a perfume on the violet, To smooth the ice, or add another hue Unto the rainbow, or with taper-light To seek the beauteous eye of heaven to garnish, Is wasteful and ridiculous excess.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, Act 5, Scene 2, 1611
Excessive embellishment and unnecessary adornment waste effort and diminish true value.
In simple terms: Avoid needless excess.
Key Takeaway
Focus on essential beauty.
Themes
aesthetics
moderation
value
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- design
- writing
- fashion
- interior décor
Key Concepts
literary criticism
philosophy of art
Questions to Reflect On
- When is ornamentation appropriate?
- How to balance simplicity and richness?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes minimalism can appear bland.
