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“German is of stone, limestone, pudding stone, marble, granite even, and so to a considerable degree is English, whereas French is bronze and gives out a metallic resonance with tones that neither German nor English tolerate.”

Quote by Bernard Berenson

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Bernard Berenson

Bernard Berenson was an esteemed art critic and art historian, renowned for his expertise in the identification and evaluation of European art. Born on June 26, 1865, and passing away on October 6, 1959, Berenson's influence on the art world was profound. His writings and appraisals have had a lasting impact on subsequent generations. more

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