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Caldecott Medal
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q2660067 · wikidata
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Beni Montresor
1926-03-31 – 2001-10-11
Life & Legacy
Beni Montresor (31 March 1926 – 11 October 2001) was an Italian artist, opera and film director, set designer, author and children's book illustrator. He won the 1965 Caldecott Medal for U.S. picture book illustration, recognizing May I Bring a Friend?. The Italian government knighted him in 1966 for his contributions to the arts.
Occupation & Career
film director, screenwriter, illustrator, scenographer, costume designer, production designer, artist
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Caldecott Medal
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Caldecott Medal
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Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q2660067 — wikidata View source
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