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Josef Bato

1888 – 1966

Hungarian painter

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About Josef Bato

Lived 1888 – 1966 (aged 77–78). Josef Bato was a Hungarian painter, exlibrist, art director and costume designer.

Joseph Bato (1888–1966) was a Hungarian artist. He fled Germany following the Nazi takeover due to his Jewish heritage and settled in London where he was employed as an art director and costume designer in the British film industry. He worked for London Films on a number of productions including the 1949 film The Third Man.

Selected filmography Bonnie Prince Charlie (1948) The Third Man (1949) The Elusive Pimpernel (1950) The Happiest Days of Your Life (1950) Lady Godiva Rides Again (1951) The Wonder Kid (1952) The Sound Barrier (1952) The Story of Gilbert and Sullivan (1953) The Intruder (1953) The Heart of the Matter (1953) The Belles of St. Trinian's (1954) An Inspector Calls (1954) The Deep Blue Sea (1955) Raising a Riot (1955) They Can't Hang Me (1956) Blue Murder at St. Trinian's (1957) The Diplomatic Corpse (1958)

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
1966, London
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Also known as
József Bató, Josef Bató, Joseph Bató, Joseph Bato

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Josef Bato?

Hungarian painter (1888-1966)

When was Josef Bato born?

Josef Bato was born on 15 October 1888 in Budapest.

When did Josef Bato die?

Josef Bato died in 1966 in London.

What was Josef Bato's occupation?

Josef Bato was a painter, exlibrist, art director and costume designer.

What nationality was Josef Bato?

Josef Bato was Hungarian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Josef Bato

· Wikidata: Q21464233

· DBpedia: Joseph Bato

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