Ivor Pengelly Francis b. 13 March 1906

Also known as Ivor Francis
  • Artist (Printmaker),
  • Artist (Cartoonist / Illustrator),
  • Artist (Painter)
The most prominent of the South Australian surrealist artists, inspired by the writer Max Harris. Francis was also an art critic and cartoonist. Francis was official cartoonist for the 'South Australian Teachers Journal' 1938-45. His creative practice declined after he was appointed to the education board of the Australian Broadcasting Commission.
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painter and cartoonist, was official cartoonist for the South Australian Teachers Journal 1938-45.

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Writers:
Kerr, Joan
Date written:
1996
Last updated:
2007

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Other occupations
  • Art critic (ANZSIC code: 9002) -
  • Art critic (ANZSIC code: 9002)
Cultural heritages
  • English
Languages
  • English
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