William Dargie
Australian artist
Died when: 91 years 52 days (1093 months)Star Sign: Gemini
Captain Sir William Alexander Dargie CBE (4 June 1912 – 26 July 2003) was a renowned Australian painter, known especially for his portrait paintings.He won the Archibald Prize, Australia's premier award for portrait artists on eight separate occasions; a record held since 1952.
Dargie was an official Australian war artist during World War II and painted multiple portraits of Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia as well as the official portraits of two Prime Ministers of Australia and two Governors-General of Australia.
Dargie painted in a conservative style and is now largely forgotten despite his substantial artistic achievements.
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