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On the little money I had collected I lived in Berlin very cheaply, ate very cheaply. And already in 1920 I saved the fi
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"On the little money I had collected I lived in Berlin very cheaply, ate very cheaply. And already in 1920 I saved the first salaries I received to go to Munich"

- Josef Albers

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In this quote, Josef Albers explains his prudent lifestyle while residing in Berlin. Regardless of having actually restricted funds, he managed to live cheaply and conserve cash. This reveals his determination and discipline in managing his financial resources. He also discusses his objective of going to Munich, which recommends that he had a clear strategy and was willing to make sacrifices in order to achieve it. This quote highlights Albers' resourcefulness and determination, in addition to his aspiration to pursue his dreams. It likewise gives insight into the financial conditions of the time and the value put on saving cash. In general, this quote showcases Albers' durability and decision in the face of monetary difficulties.

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Josef Albers This quote is written / told by Josef Albers between March 19, 1888 and March 26, 1976. He was a famous Artist from Germany. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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