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“The artist is not a special kind of man, but every man is a special kind of artist.”

Quote by Ananda Coomaraswamy

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Ananda Coomaraswamy

Ananda Coomaraswamy was an Indian philosopher renowned for his profound understanding of Indian art and culture. His research spanned multiple domains including Buddhist art, Indian philosophy, and religion, leaving a lasting impact on posterity. more

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