Osbert Lancaster

Osbert Lancaster (1908–1986) was a British cartoonist, theatre designer and art critic.

Also recorded as Sir Osbert Lancaster; Osbert Lancaster (Sir).

Osbert Lancaster in brief

Born
1908
Died
1986
Known for
cartoonist, theatre designer, art critic, artist and illustrator
Place of birth
London
Contents

Overview

Born at London in 1908, died at Chelsea in 1986.

In detail

Osbert Lancaster studied at Lincoln College, Slade School of Fine Art and Charterhouse School. the recorded working language is English.

Employment is recorded with Daily Express.

Work by Osbert Lancaster is recorded in the collections of Tate.

Distinctions recorded are Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Knight Bachelor and Royal Designer for Industry.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Osbert Lancaster”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q7105735: Osbert Lancaster

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