Doris Clare Zinkeisen b. 1898

Also known as Doris Zinkeisen
  • Artist ,
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer),
  • Artist (Painter)
Zinkeisen was best known as a theatrical designer. She was chief costume and scenery designer for Charles B. Cochran's popular London revues. She also worked on Noel Coward London productions as well as being a painter and commercial artist.
Name
Doris Clare Zinkeisen
Also known as Doris Zinkeisen
Gender
Female
Roles
  • Artist
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
  • Artist (Painter)
Other Occupation
  • war artist (ANZSIC code: 7600)
  • auxiliary nurse (ANZSIC code: 7600) (auxiliary nurse during WWII)
  • theatrical designer (ANZSIC code: 9002)
  • commercial artist (ANZSIC code: 6924)
Birth date
1898
Birth place
Roseneath, Gareloch, Scotland, UK
Death date
1991
Arrival
  • 1929
Training
  • won scholarship, c.1917- Royal Academy Schools, London, England, UK
  • Harrow School of Art, Harrow, London, England, UK
Cultural Heritage
  • Scottish
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book