“The most expensive bottle of wine ever sold - a 1787 Chateau Lafite Bordeaux, supposedly once the property of Thomas Jefferson... It was sold at Christie's in London in 1985 for $156,000.00. Like a lot of high-priced art, the bottle is essentially undrinkable.”
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Robert Genn
Robert Genn (May 15, 1936 – May 27, 2014) was a renowned Canadian painter, writer, and art educator. He was best known for his landscape paintings, particularly those depicting the natural beauty of Canada's West Coast. Born in Victoria, British Columbia, Genn studied commercial art before turning to fine art. He founded the Painter's Keys website, offering creative advice and community support to artists worldwide. His works are held in museums and private collections, and his artistic philosophy has influenced many contemporary painters. more
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