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“Who is an artist? I say we take a title. No one gives it to us. We make our lives.”

Quote by Louise Berliawsky Nevelson

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Louise Berliawsky Nevelson

Louise Berliawsky Nevelson was an American sculptor known for her unique wood sculptures. Her artistic career spanned over half a century, and her style was deeply influenced by modern art. Born on September 23, 1899, she passed away on April 17, 1988. more

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