Throughout the ages, man has conquered tragedy with his ability to create works of art.

Will Barnet

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Topic

Art as therapy Purpose of art Art

Speaker

Will Barnet

Source

22 Famous Painters and Illustrators Tell How They Work

Medium

Interview

Language

English

Time

1964 1960s 20th century

Occupation

Painter Artist

From

United States

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Citation

Barnet, Will. Interview with Mary Anne Guitar. 22 Famous Painters and Illustrators Tell How They Work. David McKay, 1964, p. 11.

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