Attilio Salemme

1911–1955

Introduction

Attilio Salemme (October 11, 1911 – January 24, 1955) was an American painter and muralist. He was known for his Surrealist works.

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Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, painter

ULAN identifier

500008018

Names

Attilio Salemme, Atilio Salemme

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First acquired
1953

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artists/1147

Wikidata
Q20902173



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