About John Fery
Lived 1859 – 1934 (aged 75). John Fery was an Austrian painter.
John Fery (1859–1934) (born Johann Nepomuk Levy) was an Austrian Empire-born painter, known for his works of the Western United States. He was a painter of outdoor scenes, whose largest customer was the Great Northern Railway. His works were large format, often over .
Fery's paintings were hung in train stations and other places, promoting travel, particularly to Glacier National Park. "Painting the Wilderness: John Fery and Contemporaries", exhibit through Sept. 15, 2014 at the Wildling Art Museum, 1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, California. www.wildlingmuseum.org
His grandson, John B. Fery (1930–2017), was chief executive officer of Boise Cascade Corporation from 1972 to 1995.
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Who was John Fery?
Austrian-American artist (1859-1934)
When was John Fery born?
John Fery was born on 25 March 1859 in Straßwalchen.
When did John Fery die?
John Fery died on 10 September 1934 in Everett.
What was John Fery's occupation?
John Fery was a painter.
What nationality was John Fery?
John Fery was Austrian.
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