Objects can be both functional and aesthetically pleasing, and I have no objection to beauty when it comes attached to a practical purpose. My objection is to things like River's Esmee, whose sole purpose is to be looked at.

I have no ornaments, photographs, paintings or decorative knick-knacks in my home, nor have I ever had any. Anything that simply sits around gathering dust is anathema to me, no matter how beautiful it may be.