Customs and convictions change; respectable people are the last to know, or to admit, the change, and the ones most offended by fresh reflections of the facts in the mirror of art.

Summary

This quote suggests that attitudes and beliefs within society are constantly evolving, but people who are seen as respectable often remain unaware or resistant to these changes. The quote also implies that when art reflects these new perspectives or challenges existing norms, it is often the respectable individuals who are the most offended or uncomfortable with these depictions. It highlights the disconnect between societal progress and the conservative views held by some individuals, particularly those who are slow to recognize and adapt to change.

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