DeLancey W. Gill

American painter and illustrator

DeLancey W. Gill - American painter and illustrator
Born

July 1st, 1859
165 years ago

Died

August 31st, 1940
84 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Born in 1859, this individual was an American painter noted for illustrations that focused on Western American themes. He participated in the first exhibition at the Panama Pacific International Exposition in 1915 and gained recognition for his contributions to American art. His style often reflected the landscapes and cultures of the American West, providing depictions that resonated with the public's fascination with frontier life.

Exhibited at the Panama Pacific Exposition

Illustrated works emphasizing Western themes

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