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“Paintings, like dreams, have a life of their own and I have always painted very much the way I dream.”

Quote by Leonor Fini

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Leonor Fini, born on August 30, 1907 in Italy and died on January 18, 1996, was a renowned painter. Her works are known for their unique style and symbolic themes, which have had a profound impact on the development of surrealism. more

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