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“Collecting contemporary art I started with some of the younger artists. Although, having a son who's an artist, I was hesitant-I think he was a little anxious when I bought another young man's work. But it might have encouraged him in the long run.”

Quote by Laurence Graff

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Laurence Graff, born on June 13, 1938, is an influential figure in the field of [Occupation/Category]. more

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