"I have focused on your desire to bring in more effect .. ..with more light in the drawing, was not the least difficult.. .. has passed tricky moments; but I believe I have remained master of the area and have made a drawing of aspect and color."

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“..at least I have the conviction of being honest and I do despise most of all those.. ..alienating works of art , the disease of our time.”

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