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Peter Colfs

1906 – 1983

Belgian painter

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About Peter Colfs

Lived 1906 – 1983 (aged 76–77). Peter Colfs was a Belgian painter, draftsperson and artist.

Peter Colfs (1906–1983) was a Belgian painter. His work was part of the painting event in the art competition at the 1932 Summer Olympics. A tapestry that he designed called Triumph of Peace was gifted to the United Nations in 1954.

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Important facts

Born
1906, Antwerp
Birth century
Died
1983, Antwerp
Nationality
Also known as
Pieter Colfs

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Peter Colfs's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Peter Colfs?

Belgian painter (1906-1983)

When was Peter Colfs born?

Peter Colfs was born in 1906 in Antwerp.

When did Peter Colfs die?

Peter Colfs died in 1983 in Antwerp.

What was Peter Colfs's occupation?

Peter Colfs was a painter, draftsperson and artist.

What nationality was Peter Colfs?

Peter Colfs was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Peter Colfs

· Wikidata: Q5237717

· DBpedia: Peter Colfs

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