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"The realistic value of a work is completely independent of its properties in terms of content."

Fernand Leger, French Artist

Work, Content, Value

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"The realistic value of a work is completely independent of its properties in terms of content."

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Eleanor Roosevelt, American First Lady

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"The realistic value of a work is completely independent of its properties in terms of content."

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