Frederick Sommer

Frederick Sommer (1905–1999) was an Italian photographer and painter.

Also recorded as Fritz Sommer.

Frederick Sommer in brief

Born
1905
Died
1999
Known for
photographer and painter
Place of birth
Angri
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Overview

Born at Angri in 1905, died at Prescott in 1999.

In detail

Frederick Sommer studied at Cornell University. the recorded working language is English and Italian.

The field of work recorded is photography.

Places of work recorded in the authority are United States.

Work by Frederick Sommer is recorded in the collections of Art Institute of Chicago, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Tate, National Gallery of Canada and Museum of Modern Art.

Distinctions recorded are Guggenheim Fellowship.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Frederick Sommer”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q5498754: Frederick Sommer

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