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Champion of the traditional school of painting whose portraits have brought him international recognition, Kenneth K

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Champion of the traditional school of painting whose portraits have brought him international recognition, Kenneth K

Date12/22/1951

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Forbes, Kenneth Keith, 1892-1980 (subject)

James, Norman (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Champion of the traditional school of painting whose portraits have brought him international recognition; Kenneth K. Forbes is seen above. With him are his wife (centre); an accomplished painter in her own right; and his daughter June (right); also a portrait painter. Facing her is a portrait of herself.

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0047739F

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