William N. Copley
1919–1996

Introduction

William N. Copley (January 24, 1919 – May 7, 1996) also known as CPLY, was an American painter, writer, gallerist, collector, patron, publisher and art entrepreneur. His works as an artist have been classified as late Surrealist and precursory to Pop Art.

Wikidata identifier

Q2578319

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Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, dealer, painter, patron

ULAN identifier

500029656

Names

William Nelson Copley, C.P.L.Y., CPLY, Bill Copley, William N. Copley, William N. (William Nelson) Copley, William Copley

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