About James Lawrence Isherwood
Lived 1917 – 1989 (aged 72). James Lawrence Isherwood was a British painter.
James Lawrence Isherwood (1917–1989) was an English artist, born in Wigan, Lancashire. He often painted subject and images (landscapes, seascapes, and portraits) from the Wigan area in a style that became known as 'Wigan style'. His style has been described as Impressionist/Expressionist.
Isherwood was a friend of the artist L. S. Lowry, who purchased his Woman with Black Cat and displayed it at his home.
Isherwood died in 1989.
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Who was James Lawrence Isherwood?
British artist (1917-1989)
When was James Lawrence Isherwood born?
James Lawrence Isherwood was born on 7 April 1917 in Wigan.
When did James Lawrence Isherwood die?
James Lawrence Isherwood died on 9 June 1989 in Wigan.
What was James Lawrence Isherwood's occupation?
James Lawrence Isherwood was a painter.
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James Lawrence Isherwood was British.
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