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The Work Of Art Is Brought Into The World Without There Being A Need For It. The House Satisfies A Requirement. The Work Of Art Is Responsible To None; The House Is Responsible To Everyone. The Work Of Art Wants To Draw People Out Of Their State Of Comfort.

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The Work Of Art Is Brought Into

Adolf Loos

The Work Of Art Is Brought Into The World Without There Being A Need For It. The House Satisfies A Requirement. The Work Of Art Is Responsible To None; The House Is Responsible To Everyone. The Work Of Art Wants To Draw People Out Of Their State Of Comfort.

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