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Architecture is a science arising out of many other sciences, and adorned with much and varied learning by the help of w
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"Architecture is a science arising out of many other sciences, and adorned with much and varied learning; by the help of which a judgment is formed of those works which are the result of other arts"

- Marcus V. Pollio

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This quote by Marcus V. Pollio speaks to the intricacy of architecture as a science. It is a field that is notified by lots of other sciences, such as mathematics, physics, engineering, and even art. It is also a field that needs a lot of knowing and knowledge in order to be successful. Through making use of this knowledge, designers have the ability to form judgments about the works of other artists and artisans. This quote highlights the significance of understanding the numerous sciences that notify architecture, in addition to the significance of having an excellent eye for style. It likewise speaks to the importance of having a good understanding of the works of other artists and artisans in order to have the ability to form a judgment about them. Eventually, this quote speaks to the intricacy of architecture and the value of having a good understanding of the lots of sciences that inform it.

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This quote is written / told by Marcus V. Pollio between 80 BC and 15 BC. He was a famous Architect from Rome. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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