Warrington Colescott
1921–

Introduction

Warrington Wickham Colescott Jr. (March 7, 1921 – September 10, 2018) was an American artist, he is best known for his satirical etchings. He was a master printmaker and operated Mantegna Press in Hollandale, Wisconsin, with his wife and fellow artist Frances Myers. Colescott died on 10 September 2018, at the age of 97.

Wikidata identifier

Q7970718

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Introduction

Known primarily as an intaglio printmaker, Colescott was a Fulbright and Guggenheim fellow. His prints frequently featured satirical or politically-themed images.

Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, etcher, graphic artist, painter

ULAN identifier

500082155

Names

Warrington W. Colescott, Warrington Colescott

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