Edward Theodore Compton

Edward Theodore Compton (1849–1921) was a German painter, illustrator and mountaineer.

Also recorded as E. Th. Compton; Edw. Th. Compton; Eduard Th. Compton; C. T. Compton; compton e. t.; Edward T. Compton.

Edward Theodore Compton in brief

Born
1849
Died
1921
Known for
painter, illustrator, mountaineer and traveler
Place of birth
London Borough of Hackney
Contents

Overview

Born at London Borough of Hackney in 1849, died at Feldafing in 1921.

In detail

Edward Theodore Compton studied at Sidcot School. the recorded working language is German and English.

The field of work recorded is painting, book illustration and travel.

Work by Edward Theodore Compton is recorded in the collections of Vanderbilt Museum of Art, Führermuseum, Manchester Art Gallery, Kunsthaus Zürich and Alpine Club Museum.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Edward Theodore Compton”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1293858: Edward Theodore Compton

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