"The Japanese have a wonderful sense of design and a refinement in their art. They try to produce beautiful paintings with the minimum number of strokes."
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David Rockefeller (1915-2017) was a prominent American banker, philanthropist, and a central figure in the Rockefeller family legacy. Born into one of the most influential dynasties in U.S. history, he served as the chairman of Chase Manhattan Bank, where he was instrumental in expanding international banking. A fervent advocate for globalism, Rockefeller focused his efforts on fostering international relations and philanthropy, establishing numerous foundations that promoted education, health, and cultural exchange. His life epitomized the intersection of wealth and responsibility, leaving a lasting impact on both finance and society.
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"I am convinced that material things can contribute a lot to making one's life pleasant, but, basically, if you do not have very good friends and relatives who matter to you, life will be really empty and sad and material things cease to be important."
David Rockefeller"I owe much to mother. She had an expert's understanding, but also approached art emotionally."
David Rockefeller"I am a passionate traveler, and from the time I was a child, travel formed me as much as my formal education. In order to appreciate cultures of another nation, one needs to go there, know the people and mingle with the culture of that country. One way to do that, if one is lucky enough, is to buy things from those cultures."
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