Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Moonlight is sculpture.

Moonlight is sculpture.

Summary

This quote can be interpreted to mean that the beauty of moonlight, the soft and gentle glow it casts, resembles the elegance and artistry of a carefully crafted sculpture. Moonlight is often seen as ethereal, mysterious, and calming, much like a sculpture can be. The quote highlights the transformative power of moonlight, as it can turn ordinary objects and landscapes into something extraordinary, just as a sculpture can shape and transform raw materials into a work of art. Ultimately, the quote speaks to the enchanting and sculptural quality of moonlight.

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