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“We usually meet all of our relatives only at funerals where somebody always observes: "Too bad we can't get together more often".”

Quote by Bernard Berenson

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Bernard Berenson
Bernard Berenson

Bernard Berenson was an esteemed art critic and art historian, renowned for his expertise in the identification and evaluation of European art. Born on June 26, 1865, and passing away on October 6, 1959, Berenson's influence on the art world was profound. His writings and appraisals have had a lasting impact on subsequent generations. more

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