Quote by Tom Stoppard

Skill without imagination is craftsmanship and gives us many useful objects such as wickerwork picnic baskets. Imagination without skill gives us modern art.

Skill without imagination is craftsmanship and gives us many

Summary

This quote suggests that skill without imagination only leads to practical and functional creations, like wickerwork picnic baskets. Craftsmanship alone may produce useful objects, but lacks the creativity and innovation that comes from imagination. On the other hand, imagination without skill often results in abstract and unconventional creations that may be considered as modern art. It implies that a balance between skill and imagination is crucial for creating both practical yet innovative and aesthetically pleasing objects.

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By Tom Stoppard

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