Art is a microscope which the artist fixes on the secrets of his soul, and shows to people these secrets which are common to all. (Leo Tolstoy)

Art is a microscope which the artist fixes on the secrets of his soul, and shows to people these secrets which are common to all.

Leo Tolstoy

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