Quote by Isidore Ducasse Lautreamont

Taste is the fundamental quality which sums up all the other qualities. It is the nec plus ultra of the intelligence. Through this alone is genius the supreme health and balance of all the faculties.

Taste is the fundamental quality which sums up all the other

Summary

This quote suggests that taste, or the ability to discern and appreciate beauty and quality, is the most essential quality that encompasses all others. It is portrayed as the ultimate expression of intelligence and serves as a measure of one's genius. The quote further implies that possessing good taste leads to the optimal health and equilibrium of all mental faculties. In essence, taste is seen as a powerful attribute that encompasses the finest aspects of intelligence, genius, and overall well-being.

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By Isidore Ducasse Lautreamont

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