Quote by Albrecht Durer

As I grew older, I realized that it was much better to insist on the genuine forms of nature, for simplicity is the greatest adornment of art.

As I grew older, I realized that it was much better to insis

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This quote suggests that as the speaker matured, they came to understand the importance of embracing the authentic aspects of nature. They believe that simplicity holds the highest value in art, emphasizing the idea that adornments and embellishments serve minimal purpose compared to the inherent beauty found in genuine forms of nature. The quote implies that by appreciating and incorporating the unadorned and true representations of nature, art can achieve a greater sense of beauty and truth.

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