That irregular and intimate quality of things made entirely by the human hand.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Human-made objects have a unique, irregular quality that distinguishes them from natural or machine-made items.
- In plain terms
- Things made by hands have a special irregular charm.
- What can you take from it?
- Human craftsmanship adds a unique, imperfect quality to objects.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you appreciate about handmade objects?
- Does imperfection add value?
Another view
Machine-made items can also have high quality and value.
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