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Arne Jacobsen Quotes
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Date of Birth:
February 11, 1902
Date of Death:
March 24, 1971
Nationality:
Danish
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That is the artistic task: To choose the best from these solutions.
Arne Jacobsen

The primary factor is proportions.
Arne Jacobsen

There is always a point when one senses one's lack of skill, the doubt.
Arne Jacobsen

When I travel, I draw and paint sketches which is great fun. And as long as you are fully aware that it has nothing to do with actual art, I think that's all right.
Arne Jacobsen

With a painter or a sculptor, one cannot begin to alter his works, but an architect has to put up with anything, because he makes utility objects - the building is there to be used, and times change.
Arne Jacobsen

You will soon find that I am a bit obsessive about my work. And that is a little sad, one often feels strangely restricted, not finding time to simmer, although one actually has many interests.
Arne Jacobsen

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