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Even the difficulties of “a defective model” did not prevent Raphael, Titian, Rembrandt, Rubens, Velasquez, or Van Dyck from producing portraits precious in the history of Art.
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Sumner highlights the ability of great artists to create valuable works despite challenges.
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