James Chapin
1887–1975

Introduction

James Ormsbee Chapin (9 July 1887 – 12 July 1975) was an American painter and illustrator. He was the father of jazz musician Jim Chapin and grandfather of folk singer Harry Chapin.

Wikidata identifier

Q6140645

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Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, painter

ULAN identifier

500020765

Names

James Ormsbee Chapin, Chapin, James Chapin

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