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“I don't want to have anything to say, it just gets in the way. I think the journey of an artist is a journey of discovery and some engagements with paint, with the nature of material, with bodily things...One wants to open the story, not close it.”

Quote by Anish Kapoor

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Anish Kapoor is a British sculptor known for his unique artistic style and material usage. His works often explore the essence of human existence and sensory experiences, earning him international acclaim in the art world. more

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