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Rex Whistler

1905–1944

Self-Portrait c.1933
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Biography

Reginald John "Rex" Whistler (24 June 1905 – 18 July 1944) was a British artist, who painted murals and society portraits, and designed theatrical costumes. He was killed in action in Normandy in World War II. Whistler was the brother of poet and artist Laurence Whistler.

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Artworks

  • Self-Portrait

    Rex Whistler
    c.1933
  • Illustrations to ‘Königsmark’

    Rex Whistler
    1940–1

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  • Self-Portrait

    Rex Whistler
    c.1933

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    The Art of Change

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