of abode, that it is sometimes impossible to form
an opinion as to its beauty. In that case it is only
after some weeks or months that we feel certain
that our perception of line is sufficiently abstract
to be a reliable basis for a truly æsthetic reaction.
Indeed, sometimes we realize as in a flash and with
a feeling of surprise that the house is not entirely
pleasing. Finally, it may be said that a lapse of
time is often necessary also in regard to objects
which are primarily works of art, such as pictures
and sculpture, especially when the idea of rarity
and sense of possession are prominent.

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