Edward Burra

Edward Burra was a British painter, draftsperson, printer and artist (1905–1976). He was born at South Kensington and died at Hastings.

Also recorded as Edward John Burra.

Edward Burra in brief

Born
1905
Died
1976
Known for
painter, draftsperson, printer and artist
Place of birth
South Kensington
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Recognition and collections

Edward Burra received Commander of the Order of the British Empire. Work by Edward Burra is held by Tate, National Gallery of Victoria, National Gallery of Canada and Museum of Modern Art.

Identity

Edward Burra is recorded as having received Commander of the Order of the British Empire. Edward Burra is recorded as painter, draftsperson, printer and artist. Edward Burra is recorded with the citizenship of United Kingdom.

Authority records

The identifiers under which Edward Burra may be traced in institutional catalogues.

Edward Burra is established in the international name authorities as Wikidata Q1291799.

In detail

Edward Burra studied at Royal College of Art and Chelsea College of Art and Design. the recorded working language is English.

Work by Edward Burra is recorded in the collections of Tate, National Gallery of Victoria, National Gallery of Canada, Museum of Modern Art and Imperial War Museum London.

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

Chronology

  1. 1905Edward Burra born at South Kensington.
  2. 1905Edward Burra was born in 1905 at South Kensington.
  3. 1976Edward Burra died at Hastings.
  4. 1976Edward Burra died in 1976 at Hastings.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Edward Burra”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1291799: Edward Burra

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