History 2403E Chapter Notes -Bisexuality, Lignum Vitae
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Rarely admits he is at fault and isn t afraid of giving self-applause or self-assertion. A lot of the dialogue of others seems to praise him and his abilities. His work (vases, sketches, music) are often described as perfect or more beautiful than any other artist s work. Quote: i took pity on him not for his talents or his love of my native home but because i am kind hearted. Often talks about the beauty of both men and women, particularly young men (hinting at bisexuality possibly) Fixation of the beauty of the human form drove him to recreate it in his art. Creates beautiful things; he is always surrounded by these objects. Close to his father (played him music even though he hated it) His siblings are not mentioned too often. Apprentices with well-known artists of the time. Has connections with high up people (dukes, artists, popes, kings, cardinals, lords)