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“Meeting and talking to the artist adds a special element to collecting contemporary art that makes the work an irreplaceable treasure rather than just another possession.”

Quote by Ernest West Basden

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Ernest West Basden

Ernest West Basden was an individual whose identity and profession remain unclear. Born on November 18, 1952, he passed away on December 6, 2002. more

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