"When archaeologists discover the missing arms of Venus de Milo, they will find she was wearing boxing gloves"
- John Barrymore
About this Quote
This quote by John Barrymore is a funny take on the well-known sculpture of Venus de Milo. The sculpture is missing its arms, and Barrymore recommends that if the arms were to be found, they would be wearing boxing gloves. This recommends that the Venus de Milo was a strong and powerful figure, efficient in safeguarding herself. It likewise suggests that the Venus de Milo was a fighter, and not simply a passive figure of charm. This quote is a funny way of suggesting that the Venus de Milo was a powerful and independent female, and not just a symbol of appeal. It is a tip that ladies can be strong and independent, and that they ought to not be restricted to the standard roles of charm and passivity.
This quote is written / told by John Barrymore between February 15, 1882 and May 29, 1942. He was a famous Actor from USA.
The author also have 19 other quotes.
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