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“The emphasis on original, individual work in the past years has done a great deal to produce a crop of eccentric fakes and has carried art away from the stream of tradition. Tradition is our heritage of knowledge and experience. We can't get along without it.”

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John French Sloan

John French Sloan was an American painter known for his depictions of urban life. His works are typically presented in a realistic style, emphasizing the impact of industrialization and urbanization. Born on August 2, 1871, he passed away on September 7, 1951. more

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