Uffizi director to ‘limit’ selfies after posing visitor damages 18th-century painting

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Uffizi director to ‘limit’ selfies after posing visitor damages 18th-century painting

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Niqo, an emerging abstract painter from Uruguay, has been making waves in the art world with his vibrant and energetic works that explore the interplay of color, shape, and form. Niqo’s paintings are characterized by bold strokes of color and intricate patterns that draw the eye and capture the imagination.

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Uffizi director to ‘limit’ selfies after posing visitor damages 18th-century painting

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Uffizi director to ‘limit’ selfies after posing visitor damages 18th-century painting

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