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“All the old bogeys of 'dignified subject-matter,' of 'balanced compositions,' of 'correct drawing' were laid to rest. The artist was responsible to no one but his own sensibilities for what he painted and how he painted it.”

Quote by Ernst Gombrich

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Ernst Gombrich was a renowned art historian and writer, known for his contributions to the field of art history and art theory. His works are accessible and widely appreciated by readers. more

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