About Aleksander Tassa
Lived 1882 – 1955 (aged 72). Aleksander Tassa was an Estonian painter, writer, caricaturist and museum professional.
Aleksander Tassa (5 July 1882 Tartu – 23 March 1955 Tallinn) was an Estonian writer and art personnel.
He was one of the founder of Pallas Art School and society Pallas. 1918–1922 he was the director of society Pallas. 1931–1940 he was the director of Estonian National Museum's art and cultural history department.
He died in 1955 and he is buried at Rahumäe Cemetery.
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Who was Aleksander Tassa?
Estonian author, painter and writer (1882–1955)
When was Aleksander Tassa born?
Aleksander Tassa was born on 5 July 1882 in Tartu.
When did Aleksander Tassa die?
Aleksander Tassa died on 23 March 1955 in Tallinn.
What was Aleksander Tassa's occupation?
Aleksander Tassa was a painter, writer, caricaturist and museum professional.
What nationality was Aleksander Tassa?
Aleksander Tassa was Estonian.
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