“I hope always to earn my living by my art without having ever deviated by even a hair's breadth from my principles... to please anyone or to sell more easily.”
Quote by Gustave Courbet
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Gustave Courbet
Gustave Courbet was a French painter and a leading figure in the Realism movement. Known for his direct depiction of everyday life and people, his work had a profound impact on the art world. more
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