About Morgan Dennis
Lived 1892 – 1960 (aged 67–68). Morgan Dennis was an American illustrator.
Morgan Dennis (1892 – October 22, 1960) was an American illustrator and author known primarily for his paintings of dogs. He was born in Boston, Massachusetts and grew up in Long Island, New York. He studied art with William Harry Warren Bicknell. He was commissioned by the Black and White Scotch Whiskey Company to illustrate the "Black and White Scotties", a successful ad campaign used over many years. One of his murals, "The Dog House", is in the bar and lounge of the Sheraton Russell Hotel in New York. He also competed in art competitions at the 1936 Summer Olympics, but did not win a medal.
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Who was Morgan Dennis?
American illustrator and author
When was Morgan Dennis born?
Morgan Dennis was born in 1892 in Boston.
When did Morgan Dennis die?
Morgan Dennis died on 22 October 1960 in New York City.
What was Morgan Dennis's occupation?
Morgan Dennis was an illustrator.
What nationality was Morgan Dennis?
Morgan Dennis was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Morgan Dennis. https://biography.guide/morgan-dennis/
MLA: "Morgan Dennis." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/morgan-dennis/.
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