Sir John Vanbrugh Quotes

A collection of quotes by Sir John Vanbrugh.

Sir John Vanbrugh (1664-1726) was an English architect and dramatist. Born in London, he studied at King's School, Chester, before pursuing a career in the military. Vanbrugh later turned to architecture, influenced by his friendship with architect Nicholas Hawksmoor. He is known for designing some of England's most iconic buildings, including Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard. In addition to his architectural achievements, Vanbrugh also gained recognition as a playwright. Notable works include "The Relapse" and "The Provoked Wife." He remains a prominent figure in both the fields of architecture and drama during the late Stuart and early Georgian era.

Look you, Amanda, you may build Castles in the Air, and fume

Look you, Amanda, you may build Castles in the Air, and fume, and fret, and grow thin and lean, and pale and ugly, if you please. But I tell you, no Man worth having is true to his Wife, or can be true to his Wife, or ever was, or ever will be so.

Sir John Vanbrugh


I never had but one intrigue yet: but I confess I long to ha

I never had but one intrigue yet: but I confess I long to have another. Pray heaven it end as the first did tho , that we may both grow weary at a time; for 'Tis a melancholy thing for lovers to outlive one another.

Sir John Vanbrugh


If women were humbler, men would be more honest.

If women were humbler, men would be more honest.

Sir John Vanbrugh


Virtue is its own reward. There's a pleasure in doing good w

Virtue is its own reward. There's a pleasure in doing good which sufficiently pays itself.

Sir John Vanbrugh


The want of a thing is perplexing enough, but the possession

The want of a thing is perplexing enough, but the possession of it, is intolerable.

Sir John Vanbrugh


You may build castles in the air, and fume, and fret, and gr

You may build castles in the air, and fume, and fret, and grow thin and lean, and pale and ugly, if you please. But I tell you, no man worth having is true to his wife, or can be true to his wife, or ever was, or will be so.

Sir John Vanbrugh


Once a women has given you her heart you can never get rid o

Once a women has given you her heart you can never get rid of the rest of her.

Sir John Vanbrugh

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