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“How lucky I've been to live in such beautiful places and able to make them as I dreamed. I've been lucky. I've adored my houses more than my friends (or husbands).”

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Nancy Lancaster

Nancy Lancaster, born on September 9, 1897, and died on August 19, 1994, was a mysterious figure whose profession and category remain unknown. Her life and achievements have sparked widespread interest, although her contributions to art and design are not well-documented. more

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