Frans Van Giel

Frans Van Giel (born Franciscus Alexius van Giel; 16 July 1892 – 7 April 1975) was a Belgian painter who was born in Oostmalle and died in Wechelderzande.

Frans Van Giel
Self portrait
Born
Frans Van Giel

(1892-07-16)16 July 1892
Oostmalle, Belgium
Died7 April 1975(1975-04-07) (aged 82)
Resting placeWechelderzande
EducationBrussels Royal Academy of Fine Arts
OccupationPainter

Notable achievements and associations

He is called the painter of the Campine and was a friend of the painter Jakob Smits. From 1930 until his death in 1975, he lived in Wechelderzande, and is also buried there.

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