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No 390 Giacomo Balla
“We shall find the abstract equivalent for all forms & elements in the universe, then we shall combine them in sculptural constructions according to the mood of our inspiration.” Giacomo Balla, an Italian Futurist, created a pictorial depiction of light, movement and speed. … Continue reading
No 385 Amedeo Modigliani
“You are not alive unless you know you are living.” Amedeo Modigliani, an Italian Jewish painter and sculptor who worked mainly in France, was born on July 12, 1884.
No 351 Tintoretto
“You can never do too much drawing.” Tintoretto, who died on May 31, 1594 in Venice.
No 284 Titian
“It is not bright colours but good drawing that makes figures beautiful.” Titian
No 270 Michelangelo
“The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark.” Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni, who was born on March 6, 1475. … Continue reading
No 230 Amedeo Modigliani
“Happiness is an angel with a serious face.” Amedeo Modigliani, who died on January 24, 1920.
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