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“Everything passes, and what remains of former times, what remains of life, is the spiritual. In everything we do, the claim of the Absolute is unchanging.”

Quote by Paul Klee

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Paul Klee notebooks

This compilation includes a variety of sketches, watercolors, and notes from the artist, providing insight into his artistic development and personal reflections. more

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Paul Klee
Paul Klee

Paul Klee was a Swiss-born German expressionist painter known for his unique style and color usage. His works combined abstract and representational elements and often carried symbolic meanings. Klee's influence on the art world was profound, and he is considered one of the most important artists of the 20th century. more

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