About Robert Peterson
Lived 1909 – 1979 (aged 69). Robert Peterson was an American art director and production designer.
Robert Peterson (August 15, 1909 – January 10, 1979) was an American art director. He received an Academy Award nomination in the category of Best Art Direction for the 1940 film Arizona. He died at the age of 69 in Los Angeles.
Selected filmography Arizona (1940)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Robert Peterson?
American art director (1909-1979)
When was Robert Peterson born?
Robert Peterson was born on 15 August 1909 in Idaho Springs.
When did Robert Peterson die?
Robert Peterson died on 10 January 1979 in Los Angeles.
What was Robert Peterson's occupation?
Robert Peterson was an art director and production designer.
What nationality was Robert Peterson?
Robert Peterson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Robert Peterson (art director)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Robert Peterson. https://biography.guide/robert-peterson-art-director/
MLA: "Robert Peterson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/robert-peterson-art-director/.
Chicago: "Robert Peterson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/robert-peterson-art-director/.
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