Hilaire Hiler
1898–1966

Introduction

Hilaire Harzberg Hiler (July 16, 1898 – January 19, 1966) was an American artist, psychologist, and color theoretician who worked in Europe and United States during the mid-20th century. At home and abroad, Hiler worked as a muralist, jazz musician, costume and set designer, teacher, and author. He was best known for combining his artistic and psychoanalytical training to formulate an original perspective on color.

Wikidata identifier

Q5760733

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Introduction

American artist. Comment on works: architecture, genre

Roles

Artist, painter

ULAN identifier

500107774

Names

Hilaire Hiler, Hiler

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