About Norman Wilkinson
Lived 1882 – 1934 (aged 51). Norman Wilkinson was a painter, scenographer and illustrator.
Norman Wilkinson (8 August 1882 in Handsworth Wood – 14 February 1934 in London) was an English stage designer.
He was educated at the New School and the Birmingham School of Art.
Wilkinson designed scenery and costumes for Granville Barker at the Duke of York's Theatre and the Savoy Theatre. a choice which received some criticism. He also did work for the Phoenix Society.
He referred to himself as "Norman Wilkinson of Four Oaks" to distinguish himself from the artist Norman Wilkinson. When he died, on 15 February 1934, some newspapers reported that it was the artist who had died.
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Who was Norman Wilkinson?
British stage designer (1882–1934)
When was Norman Wilkinson born?
Norman Wilkinson was born on 8 August 1882.
When did Norman Wilkinson die?
Norman Wilkinson died on 14 February 1934 in London.
What was Norman Wilkinson's occupation?
Norman Wilkinson was a painter, scenographer and illustrator.
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