Henri Julien
Canadian illustrator and cartoonist
Born
May 14th, 1852
172 years ago
Died
September 17th, 1908
116 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, produced illustrations and cartoons that captured social and political themes of the time. Contributed extensively to publications such as the Montreal-based 'La Presse' and created iconic imagery that resonated with Canadian culture. Worked as a book illustrator, providing artwork for various literary works. His illustrations often reflected the life and times of Canadians during a period of significant change.
Illustrated for 'La Presse'
Created social and political cartoons
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