Malcolm Morley
1931–2018

Introduction

Malcolm A. Morley (June 7, 1931 – June 1, 2018) was a British-American visual artist and painter. He was known as an artist who pioneered in various styles, working as a photorealist and an expressionist, among many other genres. In 1984, he won the inaugural Turner Prize.

Wikidata identifier

Q316667

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Introduction

Morley is known for his super-realistic paintings of battleships and airplanes, imagery often drawn from postcards or models. Born in London, he moved to New York in 1957. In 1984, Morley became the recipient of the first Turner Prize.

Country of birth

United Kingdom

Roles

Artist, painter, sculptor

ULAN identifier

500030391

Names

Malcolm Morley

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