About Folke Persson
Lived 1905 – 1964 (aged 59). Folke Persson was a Swedish painter, graphic artist, handicrafter and writer.
Folke Persson (23 January 1905 – 24 July 1964) was a Swedish painter. His work was part of the painting event in the art competition at the 1936 Summer Olympics.
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Who was Folke Persson?
Swedish painter
When was Folke Persson born?
Folke Persson was born on 23 January 1905 in Gothenburg.
When did Folke Persson die?
Folke Persson died on 24 July 1964 in Gothenburg.
What was Folke Persson's occupation?
Folke Persson was a painter, graphic artist, handicrafter and writer.
What nationality was Folke Persson?
Folke Persson was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Folke Persson. https://biography.guide/folke-persson/
MLA: "Folke Persson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/folke-persson/.
Chicago: "Folke Persson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/folke-persson/.
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