Quote by Washington Allston on Ambition and Abilities

„I have no ambition to shine beyond my abilities.“

Washington AllstonWashington Allston on ambition: No ambition to shine beyond one's abilities.
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Washington Allston was an American painter and writer associated with Classicism and Romanticism.

This quote by Washington Allston emphasizes modesty and realistic self-assessment.


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Washington Allston was a notable American history, portrait, and landscape painter. He worked within both Classicism and Romanticism styles. In addition to his painting, Allston was also active as a writer and influenced the art scene of his era.

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"I cannot believe that any man who deserved fame ever labored for it; that is, directly. For, as fame is but the contingent of excellence, it would be like an attempt to project a shadow, before its substance was obtained." Washington Allston
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"Do not calculate what I have done, for I shall accept no recompense. Calculate the public advantage, the welfare and liberty of my country, and believe that I shall refuse no burden, no danger, provided that, at the hour of tranquillity, I may return to private life, for there now remains but one step for my ambition - that of arriving at zero." Lafayette
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