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Quote by Jasper Johns

“I have meant what I have done. Or I have often meant what I have done. Or I have sometimes meant what I have done. Or I have tried to mean what I was doing.”

Quote by Jasper Johns

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Jasper Johns is a renowned American artist, born on May 15, 1930. His works are known for their unique style and profound reflections on American culture. Johns is celebrated for his reinterpretation of everyday objects and his critical exploration of American history, politics, and culture. more

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