“The Clown turned his powdered face to the mirror. "If to be fair is to be beautiful," he said, "who can compare with me in my white mask?" "Who can compare with him in his white mask?" I asked Death beside me. "Who can compare with me?" said Death, "for I am paler still." "You are very beautiful," sighed the Clown, turning his powdered face from the mirror.”
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The King in Yellow and Other Horror Stories
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Robert W. Chambers
Robert W. Chambers was an American artist known for his unique painting style and rich imagination. His works covered a variety of themes, including landscapes, portraits, and fantasy. Chambers' artistic career began at the end of the 19th century, and his works were widely acclaimed at the time. more
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