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William H. Johnson

1901 – 1970

African American artist

Painter Printmaker

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About William H. Johnson

Lived 1901 – 1970 (aged 69). William H. Johnson was an American painter and printmaker.

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Important facts

Born

18 March 1901, Florence

Birth century

20th century

Died

13 April 1970, Central Islip

Occupation

Painter, printmaker

Nationality

United States

Education

Wilson High School

Awards

William E. Harmon Foundation award for distinguished achievement among Negroes

Also known as

William Henry Johnson, William Howard Johnson, William Johnson

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped William H. Johnson's

Feodor Levinson-Lessing

Frequently asked questions

Who was William H. Johnson?

African American artist (1901-1970)

When was William H. Johnson born?

William H. Johnson was born on 18 March 1901 in Florence.

When did William H. Johnson die?

William H. Johnson died on 13 April 1970 in Central Islip.

What was William H. Johnson's occupation?

William H. Johnson was a painter and printmaker.

What nationality was William H. Johnson?

William H. Johnson was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William H. Johnson

· Wikidata: Q1883000

· DBpedia: William H. Johnson (artist)

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