From food and water, then, we may learn whether sites are naturally unhealthy or healthy.
Marcus Vitruvius PollioFresh pitsand, however, in spite of all its excellence in concrete structures, is not equally useful in stucco, the richness of which, when the lime and straw are mixed with such sand, will cause it to crack as it dries on account of the great strength of the mixture. But river sand, though useless in "signinum" on account of its thinness, becomes perfectly solid in stucco when thoroughly worked by means of polishing instruments.
Marcus Vitruvius PollioNothing requires the architect's care more than the due proportions of buildings.
Marcus Vitruvius PollioThe design of a temple depends on symmetry, the principles of which must be most carefully observed by the architect.
Marcus Vitruvius PollioOf course, we need not be surprised if artistic excellence goes unrecognized on account of being unknown; but there should be the greatest indignation when, as often, good judges are flattered by the charm of social entertainments into an approbation which is a mere a pretence.
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