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The Olympics used to award art medals. Imagine Picasso as MVP.

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From 1912 to 1948, the Olympics held art competitions in categories like painting, sculpture, and architecture. Medals were awarded just like sports—gold, silver, and bronze—for works inspired by sport.

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