About Robert Bonfils
Lived 1922 – 2018 (aged 95). Robert Bonfils was an American painter and illustrator.
Robert Bonfils (February 25, 1922 – February 8, 2018)
Biography Robert Bonfils was born in 1922 in Kansas City
After doing his service in the army, Bonfils moved to Chicago and continued his studies at the Art Institute of Chicago.
His first job was at the art agency of Stevens/Hall/Biondi, from where he emerged as professional commercial artist and a paperback cover painter. He started doing covers and illustrations for children's books, covers for Mercury Records and ads for Miller High life beer. The original art for most Greenleaf covers has been lost, with only a few pieces having survived.
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Who was Robert Bonfils?
American painter (1922-2018)
When was Robert Bonfils born?
Robert Bonfils was born on 25 February 1922 in Kansas City.
When did Robert Bonfils die?
Robert Bonfils died on 8 February 2018.
What was Robert Bonfils's occupation?
Robert Bonfils was a painter and illustrator.
What nationality was Robert Bonfils?
Robert Bonfils was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Bonfils (American illustrator)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Bonfils. https://biography.guide/robert-bonfils/
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