Art Quote by Gordon Matta-Clark

“Here is what we have to offer you in its most elaborate form -- confusion guided by a clear sense of purpose.” quote by Gordon Matta-Clark — Download Open image

“Here is what we have to offer you in its most elaborate form -- confusion guided by a clear sense of purpose.”

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