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“I have always been very much involved in the pseudo biological cycle of production, consumption and destruction. And for a long time, I have been anguished by the fact that one of its most conspicuous material results is the flooding of our world with junk and rejected odd objects.”

Quote by Arman

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Arman, born on November 17, 1928 in France, was a renowned artist known for his unique assemblage art style. His works, which blend modern art with traditional craftsmanship, have had a profound impact on artists of subsequent generations. more

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