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“Even if one succeeds in making a silk purse out of a sow's ear, there remains the problem of what to do with a one-eared sow.”

Quote by Dave Hickey

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Dave Hickey is an esteemed American art critic born on December 5, 1940. Known for his profound insights and unique critiques of contemporary art, his work spans a wide range of fields from modern to postmodern art, having a significant impact on the art world. more

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