Quote by Claude Debussy

Beauty must appeal to the senses, must provide us with immediate enjoyment, must impress us or insinuate itself into us without any effort on our part.

Beauty must appeal to the senses, must provide us with immed

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This quote suggests that beauty should captivate and engage our senses effortlessly, providing immediate pleasure. It emphasizes the importance of beauty being accessible and readily appreciated without requiring any active participation or analysis on our part. In essence, beauty is portrayed as something that should effortlessly inspire and leave a lasting impression on us.

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