About Fernando Lanhas
Lived 1923 – 2012 (aged 88). Fernando Lanhas was a Portuguese architect, painter and astronomer.
Fernando Lanhas, GOSE (16 September 1923 – 4 February 2012 ) was a Portuguese painter and architect.
Lanhas was born and died in Porto. He studied architecture but became known as the leading name in Portuguese abstract painting. He started painting in 1944, influenced by music, astronomy, and the international abstract movement. Since then, he's been one of the most innovative and original Portuguese painters.
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Who was Fernando Lanhas?
Portuguese artist and architect (1923-2012)
When was Fernando Lanhas born?
Fernando Lanhas was born on 16 September 1923 in Porto.
When did Fernando Lanhas die?
Fernando Lanhas died on 5 February 2012 in Porto.
What was Fernando Lanhas's occupation?
Fernando Lanhas was an architect, painter and astronomer.
What nationality was Fernando Lanhas?
Fernando Lanhas was Portuguese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fernando Lanhas. https://biography.guide/fernando-lanhas/
MLA: "Fernando Lanhas." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fernando-lanhas/.
Chicago: "Fernando Lanhas." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/fernando-lanhas/.
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