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Thomas Gainsborough on Intelligence

1727–1788 England

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Many a real genius is lost in the fictitious character of the Gentleman. I am the most inconsistent, changeable being so full of fits and starts.

We love a genius for what he leaves and mourn him for what he takes away.

I wish you would recollect that Painting and Punctuality mix like Oil and Vinegar, and that Genius and regularity are utter Enemies.

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