Quote by Oscar Wilde

For an artist to marry his model is as fatal as for a gourmet to marry his cook: the one gets no sittings, and the other gets no dinners.

For an artist to marry his model is as fatal as for a gourme

Summary

This quote suggests that artists should not marry their models, just like a gourmet should not marry their cook. The reason being that if the artist marries their model, they may lose inspiration as they no longer have the opportunity to paint or sculpt their spouse. Similarly, if the gourmet marries their cook, they might stop experiencing the pleasures of elaborate or exquisite meals as the cook becomes more focused on domestic responsibilities. Overall, the quote highlights the potential negative consequences and loss of passion in such marriages.

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By Oscar Wilde

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