Robert Bonfils

Robert Bonfils (1886–1972) was a French illustrator, painter and engraver.

Also recorded as Robert Bonfels; Robert Étienne Bonfils.

Robert Bonfils in brief

Born
1886
Died
1972
Known for
illustrator, painter, engraver, bookbinder, theatre designer and artist
Place of birth
10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris
Contents

Overview

Recorded at birth as Robert Étienne Bonfils.

Born at 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris in 1886, died at 7th arrondissement of Paris in 1972.

In detail

Robert Bonfils studied at École nationale supérieure des arts décoratifs. the recorded working language is French.

The field of work recorded is design. The authority associates the name with Art Deco.

Work by Robert Bonfils is recorded in the collections of Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Distinctions recorded are Officer of the Legion of Honour.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q3434610: Robert Bonfils

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