Alfred Bestall

Alfred Bestall (1892–1986) was a British draftsperson, writer and illustrator.

Also recorded as Alfred Edmeades Bestall.

Alfred Bestall in brief

Born
1892
Died
1986
Known for
draftsperson, writer, illustrator and comics artist
Place of birth
Mandalay
Contents

Overview

Recorded at birth as Alfred Edmeades Bestall.

Born at Mandalay in 1892, died at Porthmadog in 1986.

In detail

Alfred Bestall studied at Central School of Art and Design and Rydal Penrhos. the recorded working language is English.

Distinctions recorded are Member of the Order of the British Empire.

Sources

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    “Alfred Bestall”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q4722325: Alfred Bestall

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