Quote by Lord Edward Fitzgerald

Taste is the feminine of genius.

Taste is the feminine of genius.

Summary

This quote means that the ability to appreciate and discern the finer aspects of art, beauty, and aesthetics is considered to be a characteristic of women, and is akin to the brilliance and creativity found in true genius. It implies that women possess a unique sensitivity and refined taste that allows them to truly understand and appreciate art in its most profound forms.

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