About Walter Thor
Lived 1870 – 1929 (aged 58). Walter Thor was a French painter, illustrator and teacher.
Walter Thor (1870 in Neusalz – 1929 in Munich) was a German painter and illustrator.
He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, Munich and worked for some time in Paris.
He mainly drew commercial posters in the Art nouveau style with a humorous touch, but also produced some oil paintings. His works include French automotive related posters such as Pneu Vital, Griffon, Automotive Barré, Darracq and Automotive Unic. or cakes
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Who was Walter Thor?
German painter and illustrator (1870–1929)
When was Walter Thor born?
Walter Thor was born on 13 February 1870 in Nowa Sól.
When did Walter Thor die?
Walter Thor died on 15 January 1929 in Munich.
What was Walter Thor's occupation?
Walter Thor was a painter, illustrator and teacher.
What nationality was Walter Thor?
Walter Thor was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walter Thor. https://biography.guide/walter-thor/
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