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John Philip Davis

1784 – 1862

British artist

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About John Philip Davis

Lived 1784 – 1862 (aged 77–78). John Philip Davis was a British painter.

John Philip "Pope" Davis (1784-1862), a portrait and subject painter, first exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1811.

His works exhibited at the 1818 Norwich Exhibitions were reviewed in the Norfolk Chronicle:

His entry in Bryan's Dictionary of Painters and Engravers reads:

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Important facts

Born
1784, Ashburton
Birth century
Died
1862
Occupation
Also known as
J. Pain Davis

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Philip Davis?

British artist (1784-1862)

When was John Philip Davis born?

John Philip Davis was born in 1784 in Ashburton.

When did John Philip Davis die?

John Philip Davis died in 1862.

What was John Philip Davis's occupation?

John Philip Davis was a painter.

What nationality was John Philip Davis?

John Philip Davis was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Philip Davis

· Wikidata: Q6252758

· DBpedia: John Philip Davis

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