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Paula Modersohn-Becker Quotes: I know I shall not live very long... If I've painted three good pictures, then I shall leave gladly with flowers in my hand and my hair.
         

I know I shall not live very long... If I've painted three good pictures, then I shall leave gladly with flowers in my hand and my hair.


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