Famous quote by Yves Tanguy

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"The painting develops before my eyes, unfolding its surprises as it progresses. It is this which gives me the sense of complete liberty, and for this reason I am incapable of forming a plan or making a sketch beforehand"

- Yves Tanguy

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This quote is written / told by Yves Tanguy between January 5, 1900 and January 15, 1955. He/she was a famous Artist from France. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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