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Peter Laurent de Francia (1921–2012): A Voice of Social Realism Peter Laurent de Francia, born in Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Alpes Maritimes, France, on January 25th, 1921, was a British artist and professor who profoundly impacted the landscape of British painting education. His artistic journey began with formative studies at the Academy of Brussels (1938–40) followed by intensive training at Slade School of Art, University of London (1945–4…
Scroll through Peter de Francia's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
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