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“We always think of our own profit, but not in connection to others.”

Quote by Marina Abramovic

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Marina Abramovic

Marina Abramović is a Serbian artist renowned for her performance art. Her work often involves exploring the limits of the body, challenging the boundaries between the artist and the audience. more

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