Nelson Shanks
Nelson Shanks | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 23, 1937 |
| Died | August 28, 2015 (aged 77) Andalusia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Painter |
Nelson Shanks (December 23, 1937 – August 28, 2015) was an American artist and painter. His most famous work is likely his portrait of Diana, Princess of Wales, completed in 1996. The painting was first shown at Hirschl & Adler Gallery in New York City, April 24 to June 28, 1996.
Shanks died of prostate cancer at his home in Andalusia, Pennsylvania on August 28, 2015 at the age of 77.
References
- 1 2 3 "Nelson Shanks, renowned portrait artist, dead at 77". Philly.com. August 29, 2015. Retrieved 30 August 2015.
- ↑ "Nelson Shanks, Painter of Presidents and Royalty, Dies at 77". ABC News.com. Retrieved August 30, 2015.
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