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Under trees, the urban dweller might restore his troubled soul and find the blessing of a creative pause.
We are in the midst of a momentous catastrophe of world history, of a transformation of all aspects of life and of the entire inner human being This is perhaps fortunate for the artistic person, if he is strong enough to bear the consequences, because what we need is the courage to have inner experience.
We must forget the prewar time, which was totally different. The sooner we adjust ourselves to the new, changed world, to its new, albeit harsh, beauties, the sooner will each individual be able to find his own personal happiness. The distress of Germany will spiritualize and deepen us.
Wherever I go I make others feel good, and by doing this, I create life. I am a sting, and a dangerous instrument!
With but a few exceptions, we don't have this personal study under masters any more. Craftsmanship has sunk very low. We no longer have any universally creative persons who are able to guide young learners not only in technical matters but also, at the same time, in a formal way.
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Walter Gropius
Profession
Architect
BirthDate
18 May, 1883
DeathDate
05 July, 1969
Country
Germany
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