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“Monet's garden must be included with his works, because he combined the magic of an adaptation of nature with the work of a painter of light. An extension of the studio into the openair, with color tones lavishly spread out on all sides to exercise the eye with seductive vibrations, from which a feverishly aroused retina expects unquenchable joy.”

Quote by Georges Clemenceau

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Georges Clemenceau

Georges Clemenceau was a prominent French statesman born on September 28, 1841, and died on November 24, 1929. He served as Prime Minister of France three times and was the Prime Minister during World War I, leading France in its resistance against German aggression. Known for his firm stance and decisive actions, Clemenceau left a lasting impact on French and world history. more

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