Legendary painter Henri Matisse was originally a court clerk until he got ill due to a case of appendicitis. His mother brought him some paint supplies to pass the time, and he felt like art was his life. His father was extremely disappointed, not knowing that his son would become one of the most respectedContinue reading “Fun Fact: How Henri Matisse Became an Artist”
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Fun Fact: The Amazing Artist Who Gave It Up For Chess
French artist Marcel Duchamp was considered one of the greatest artists in the 20th century. However after being consider a legend in art, he gave it up. He devoted the rest of his life to the game chess.
Fun Fact: The Sweet Reason The Taj Mahal Was Built
When his wife died in childbirth, Emperor Shah Jahan decided to build a palace in her memory. It’s known today as the legendary Taj Mahal.
Fun Fact: Babe Ruth’s Real Name
Legendary baseball player Babe Ruth was born George Herman Ruth Jr. His birthplace was Baltimore, Maryland in 1895.
Fun Fact: Mark Twain’s Real Name
Legendary author Mark Twain’s real name was Samuel Langhorne Clemens.
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