Anachronism Quote by Frank Lloyd Wright
“I wouldnt mind seeing opera die. Ever since I was a boy, I regarded opera as a ponderous anachronism, almost the equivalent of smoking.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "The Architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright", 1935
Opera is dismissed as outdated and comparable to smoking, reflecting a disdain for its perceived heaviness.
In simple terms: Opera seen as old‑fashioned and burdensome.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about cultural relevance.
Themes
culture
tradition
modernism
art criticism
Mood
critical
contemplative
Type
analytical
skeptical
When to use this quote
- education
- cultural programming
- media analysis
- personal taste
Key Concepts
elitism
nostalgia
media perception
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we label certain arts as obsolete?
- How can we appreciate historic art today?
A Different Perspective
The view may ignore opera's evolving forms.
