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Quote by Gustave Courbet

“Painting is an essentially concrete art and can only consist of the representation of real and existing things.”

Quote by Gustave Courbet

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Gustave Courbet

Gustave Courbet was a French painter and a leading figure in the Realism movement. Known for his direct depiction of everyday life and people, his work had a profound impact on the art world. more

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