An artistic people is recognized by their ignorance of "objects of art," for in such an environment art is everywhere.

An artistic people no more dreams of creating art than a great nobleman of consciously exhibiting a distinguished manner.
Distinction lies in his slightest mannerism without his being conscious of the fact.

So, among artistic peoples, the most ordinary and humble objects have style.

And this style, furthermore, is in perfect harmony with the purpose of the object.

It is absolutely appropriate for that purpose in its proportions, in the purity of its lines, the elegance of its form, its perfection of execution, and, above all, in its meaning.
When an outcry is raised against the ugliness and tawdriness of certain objects in this country, the answer is, "But see how cheap they are!" But style and conscience in work cost nothing.