"I search for the realness, the real feeling of a subject, all the texture around it... I always want to see the third dimension of something... I want to come alive with the object."
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About Andrew Wyeth
Andrew Wyeth (1917-2009) was an American realist painter known for his unique style and remarkable detail in his artworks. He was part of a famous artistic family and his works often depicted the rural life and landscapes of Pennsylvania and Maine. Wyeth's most famous painting, 'Christina's World', brought him international acclaim and solidified his place in art history.
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