Phoebe Anna Traquair
Phoebe Anna Traquair | |
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Phoebe Traquair, self-portrait, 1911 | |
| Born | Phoebe Anna Moss 24 May 1852 Kilternan, County Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | 4 August 1936 (aged 84) Edinburgh, Scotland, UK |
| Education | School of Design of the Royal Dublin Society |
| Known for | murals, embroidery, jewellery, enameling, and book illuminations |
| Spouse | Ramsay Heatley Traquair |
Phoebe Anna Traquair (/trəˈkwɛər/; 24 May 1852 – 4 August 1936) was an Irish-born artist, who achieved international recognition for her role in the Arts and Crafts movement in Scotland, as an illustrator, painter and embroiderer. Her works included large-scale murals, embroidery, enamel jewellery and book illuminations. In 1920, she was elected as an honorary member of the Royal Scottish Academy.