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Derek Hill

He was born in Southampton and died in London.

Also recorded as Arthur Derek Hill

Derek Hill

Derek Hill's hut on Toraig This hut, formerly a coastguard signal station, was used by the late Derek Hill, an English landscape painter, on his frequent visits to Toraig from 1956. His work provides a record of the islander's life from that time.

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Born
1916 · Southampton.
Died
2000 · London.
Nationality
United Kingdom · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Occupation
painter
Fields
landscape · portrait
Known for
West Town Approach (Tory Island)
Honours
Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Languages
English

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