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Quote by Donald Judd

“If someone says it's art, it's art.”

Quote by Donald Judd

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Donald Judd was an American artist renowned for his contributions to the minimalist movement in the second half of the 20th century. His work primarily focused on sculpture and installation art, emphasizing the importance of form, space, and materials. more

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