From 1948 until 1953, David was the president of Columbia University in New York City. During his tenure as president of the university, David hired an artist, Thomas Stephens, to paint a portrait of his wife. As the painter worked, David, who had no previous interest in painting, became spellbound. He was fascinated that the artist could transform a blank canvas into something so beautiful. Pe...
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