Museums provide places of relaxation and inspiration. And most importantly, they are a place of authenticity. We live in a world of reproductions - the objects in museums are real. It's a way to get away from the overload of digital technology.
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“The Great Hall at the Met is one of the great portals of the world... From there, you can walk in any direction to almost any culture.”
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