Art Quote by Frank Lloyd Wright
““Man in his upended street must know he is becoming a mere numerical item of convenience; on the way to being a thing. His inherent instinct for love and beauty is not only becoming suspect but, in spite of all intent, useless to society. He sees the human creature atrophy as he sees poverty of imagination in much "modern art," so-called. But it was Walt Whitman himself who raised the perpendicular hand to declare: "It is provided in the essence of things that from any fruition of success no matter what, shall come forth something to make a greater struggle necessary." This is what is now coming forth in our architecture as in our life.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Architectural Theory, 1935
Critiques modern society’s dehumanization, urging a return to love, beauty, and struggle as essential to progress.
In simple terms: Society risks losing humanity amid efficiency.
Key Takeaway
Preserve humanity and artistic struggle.
Themes
society
humanity
art
progress
philosophy
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
essay
manifesto
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
critical theory
existentialism
architectural ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can design foster human connection?
- What role does struggle play in innovation?
A Different Perspective
Efficiency can suppress creativity.
