Quote by Max Beerbohm

It seems to be a law of nature that no man, unless he has some obvious physical deformity, ever is loth to sit for his portrait.


It seems to be a law of nature that no man, unless he has so

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals, unless they have a visible physical flaw, are generally willing and eager to have their portrait painted. It implies that people inherently desire to be depicted and captured in an artistic form, which speaks to their desire for recognition, affirmation, and acknowledgement of their existence. It highlights the universal human need for self-expression and the desire for timeless remembrance through art.

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Nature
By Max Beerbohm
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