Pierre Falké (1884 - 1947)
1884-05-24Paris, France1947-05-31Coutevroult, France
Pierre Falké
Pierre Falké, full name Pierre André Michel Falké, was a French painter and printmaker, illustrator and cartoonist.
Pierre Falké was a well-known humorist in the French press in the first half of the 20th century, collaborating with popular humor and satirical magazines. He drew comic strips and caricatures. In painting, Falké specialized mainly in marine views. He also illustrated more than sixty books and practiced wood engraving.
Date and place of birt: | 24 may 1884, Paris, France |
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Date and place of death: | 31 may 1947, Coutevroult, France |
Period of activity: | XX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Cartoonist, Engraver, Illustrator, Painter |
Genre: | Caricature, Marine art |