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Also Known As Eileen Forrester Agar
Born December 1, 1899 • Argentina
Died November 17, 1991 (aged 91) • London • England • (Anniversary in 4 days)
Notable Works “Angel of Anarchy” • “Quadriga”
Movement / Style Post-Impressionism • Surrealism

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