Francis Bacon

"Men leave their riches either to their kindred or their friends, and moderate portions prosper best in both."

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Source: Marlene Dumas, Francis Bacon, Marente Bloemheuvel, Jan Mot (1995). “Marlene Dumas, Francis Bacon: det unika med att vara en människa”

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Francis Bacon

Francis Bacon

Philosopher, Statesman

Francis Bacon was an English philosopher and statesman known for developing the scientific method and advocating for empirical research.

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