Maurice Legrand - Artist Info

About Maurice Legrand

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    Maurice Legrand (1906 - 2004)

    1906:
    Born July 23, 1906 in Brussels into a wealthy family.

    He has two brothers, the eldest, Raymond born in 1904 and Robert born in 1905. Did his classical studies in Brussels with his two brothers. A difference between a teacher and their father will cause them to stop their studies abruptly. The three brothers live comfortably in the family home.?

    1921:
    From the age of 15 or 16, Maurice draws, with great talent, many elements of the local flora. This talent will open the doors of the Royal Botanical Garden to him in Brussels where he will draw many illustration boards.?

    1925:
    At the age of 19 he will be part of a new family business working light metals. This small compa...

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