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Hetta Empson

1915 – 1996

South African sculptor, wife of William Empson

Sculptor Activist Painter

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About Hetta Empson

Lived 1915 – 1996 (aged 81). Hetta Empson was a South African sculptor, activist and painter.

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Important facts

Born

18 September 1915, Kroonstad

Birth century

20th century

Died

22 December 1996

Occupation

Sculptor, activist, painter

Nationality

South Africa

Education

University of the Free State

Also known as

Hester Henrietta Empson, Hester Empson, Lady Empson, Hetta Crouse, Hester Crouse, Hester Henrietta Crouse Empson

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Hetta Empson's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Hetta Empson?

South African sculptor, wife of William Empson

When was Hetta Empson born?

Hetta Empson was born on 18 September 1915 in Kroonstad.

When did Hetta Empson die?

Hetta Empson died on 22 December 1996.

What was Hetta Empson's occupation?

Hetta Empson was a sculptor, activist and painter.

What nationality was Hetta Empson?

Hetta Empson was South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hetta Empson

· Wikidata: Q27551614

· DBpedia: Hetta Empson

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