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Ferdinand Gueldry

1858 – 1945

French painter

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About Ferdinand Gueldry

Lived 1858 – 1945 (aged 86). Ferdinand Gueldry was a French painter.

Joseph Ferdinand Gueldry (21 May 1858 – 17 February 1945) was a French painter. He studied under Jean-Léon Gérôme at École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Gueldry debuted his artwork at 20 years old in 1878 at the yearly Paris Salon exhibit, and continued to be featured there regularly until 1933. That same year he was also awarded the Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur. His work was part of the painting event in the art competition at the 1912 Summer Olympics. As a founding member of the Nautical Society at Marne in Joinville-le-Pont (Société Nautique de Marne) and an avid rower his paintings often depict rowing, regattas and maritime themes. His work is still relevant, with the painting Launching the boat sold for US$150,731 in 2017.

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Birth century
Occupation
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Education
Beaux-Arts de Paris
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour
Also known as
Ferdinand-Joseph Gueldry, Joseph Ferdinand Gueldry

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ferdinand Gueldry?

French painter (1858-1945)

When was Ferdinand Gueldry born?

Ferdinand Gueldry was born on 21 May 1858 in 11th arrondissement of Paris.

When did Ferdinand Gueldry die?

Ferdinand Gueldry died on 17 February 1945 in Lausanne.

What was Ferdinand Gueldry's occupation?

Ferdinand Gueldry was a painter.

What nationality was Ferdinand Gueldry?

Ferdinand Gueldry was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ferdinand Gueldry

· Wikidata: Q38133361

· DBpedia: Ferdinand Gueldry

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