John Piper

John Piper (1903–1992) was a British painter, printmaker and photographer.

Also recorded as John II Piper; John Piper (1903-1992); John Egerton Christmas Piper; John Egerton Christmas Piper (1903-1992).

John Piper in brief

Born
1903
Died
1992
Known for
painter, printmaker, photographer, graphic artist, theatre designer and glassmaker
Place of birth
Epsom
Contents

Overview

Born at Epsom in 1903, died at Fawley Bottom in 1992.

In detail

John Piper studied at Royal College of Art, Richmond Adult Community College and Epsom College. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is painting, stained glass and textile design.

Residence is recorded at Fawley Bottom Farmhouse. Membership is recorded of Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society.

Work by John Piper is recorded in the collections of National Gallery of Victoria, Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, Art Institute of Chicago, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and Auckland Art Gallery.

Distinctions recorded are Companion of Honour.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q4363211: John Piper

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