A. J. Casson
Canadian painter, youngest member of the Group of Seven (1898-1992) · Canada · On the map · Artists · Died at 93
Alfred Joseph Casson was a member of the Canadian group of artists known as the Group of Seven. He joined the group in 1926 at the invitation of Franklin Carmichael, replacing Frank Johnston.
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1992Died20 February 19921991Order of OntarioAward1982Doctor of Law (honorary)Award1980Doctor of Fine ArtsAward1978Officer of the Order of CanadaAward1977Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee MedalAward1975Honorary doctorate from University of TorontoAward1973Honorary FellowAward1971Doctor of Law (honorary)Award1970Doctor of Law (honorary)Award1969RCA MedalAward1967Canadian Centennial MedalAward1898Born17 May 1898
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Casson is best known for his depictions in his signature limited palette of southern Ontario, and for being the youngest member of the Group of Seven.
Country
Canada
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1898 to 1992 · aged 93
