Quote by Friedrich von Schelling

Architecture in general is frozen music.

Architecture in general is frozen music.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to the German philosopher Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, suggests a parallel between architecture and music. It expresses the idea that like music, architecture has the power to evoke emotions and create a sense of harmony or discord. Just as music's flow of rhythm and melody can create a lasting impact on the human senses, architecture's spatial arrangement, proportions, and aesthetics can generate similar experiences and sensations. By comparing architecture to "frozen" music, the quote emphasizes the enduring and solid nature of buildings while highlighting their potential to elicit an emotional response.

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