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François-Claudius Compte-Calix

1813 – 1880

French painter

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About François-Claudius Compte-Calix

Lived 1813 – 1880 (aged 66). François-Claudius Compte-Calix was a French painter, illustrator, lithographer, watercolorist and graphic artist.

François-Claudius Compte-Calix (1813–1880) was a French painter known for genre subjects and portraits. He was born in Lyons and studied in the fine art school of his native city, and in the studio of J. C. Bonnefond. He first exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1840. His Vieil Ami, painted in 1863, was in the International Exhibition at Paris in 1867. He died at Chazay d'Azergues near Lyons in 1880.

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Important facts

Born
28 September 1813, Lyon
Birth century
19th century
Died
29 July 1880, Chazay-d'Azergues
Occupation
Painter, illustrator, lithographer, watercolorist, graphic artist
Nationality
France
Also known as
Comte Francois Claudius, Francois Claudius, Francois Claudius Compte-Calix, François Claudius Compte-Calix, Comte Claudius, C. Calix
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Frequently asked questions

Who was François-Claudius Compte-Calix?

French painter (1813-1880)

When was François-Claudius Compte-Calix born?

François-Claudius Compte-Calix was born on 28 September 1813 in Lyon.

When did François-Claudius Compte-Calix die?

François-Claudius Compte-Calix died on 29 July 1880 in Chazay-d'Azergues.

What was François-Claudius Compte-Calix's occupation?

François-Claudius Compte-Calix was a painter, illustrator, lithographer, watercolorist and graphic artist.

What nationality was François-Claudius Compte-Calix?

François-Claudius Compte-Calix was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: François-Claudius Compte-Calix

· Wikidata: Q3084278

· DBpedia: François-Claudius Compte-Calix

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