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Aesthetic Quote by Ai Weiwei

“[Being unique] gives so much privilege to people who can…” quote by Ai Weiwei — Download Open image

“[Being unique] gives so much privilege to people who can make it, rather than having some moral and aesthetic discussions.”

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China has a rich history that has spanned millennia. It consists of the histories of many nations and regions.

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