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Architecture Quote by Marguerite Yourcenar

“In the evenings the art of building gave way to that of music, which is architecture, too, though invisible.” quote by Marguerite Yourcenar
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“In the evenings the art of building gave way to that of music, which is architecture, too, though invisible.”

Marguerite Yourcenar

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Art of Building and Music”, 1975

The quote draws a parallel between music and architecture, suggesting both shape invisible structures that affect human experience.

In simple terms: Music and architecture both create unseen structures.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the hidden architecture of sound.

Themes

creativity interconnectedness art

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

philosophical artistic

When to use this quote

  • design
  • music composition
  • urban planning
  • acoustic engineering

Key Concepts

aesthetic theory spatial perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does music shape our perception of space?
  • In what ways can architecture be ‘invisible’?
A Different Perspective

May overlook practical differences between disciplines.

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