Quote by Henry David Thoreau

They can do without architecture who have no olives nor wines in the cellar.

They can do without architecture who have no olives nor wine

Summary

This quote, spoken by Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, suggests that a person who lacks basic necessities like olives and wines in their home does not need to focus on architectural design. It implies that architecture is a luxury, something that can be pursued only when basic needs are fulfilled. It highlights the idea that architecture serves a purpose beyond pure aesthetics, and that fulfilling fundamental needs takes precedence over indulging in grand architectural endeavors.

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Architecture

By Henry David Thoreau

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