Ralph Eugene Meatyard

1925–1972

Introduction

Ralph Eugene Meatyard (May 15, 1925 – May 7, 1972) was an American photographer from Normal, Illinois, U.S.

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Q2129603

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Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, optician, photographer

ULAN identifier

500093092

Names

Ralph Eugene Meatyard, Gene Meatyard

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First acquired
1999

Date of birth
May 15, 1925

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