Bernard Berenson
1865 - 1959
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Quotes
Biography
Bernard Berenson was an American art historian specializing in the Renaissance period. Born in Lithuania in 1865, he moved to the United States as a child. Berenson studied art history in Europe and became a renowned expert in Italian Renaissance art. He advised major art collectors and institutions, and his attributions of Italian paintings are highly respected.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
To believe that what has not occurred in history will not occur at all, is to argue disbelief in the dignity of man.
2
All progress in the arts is related to the degree of originality of the artist.
3
The trust of the innocent is the liar's most useful tool.
4
There is no formula for success, except perhaps an unconditional acceptance of life and what it brings.
5
Integrity without knowledge is weak and useless, and knowledge without integrity is dangerous and dreadful.