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Peter Phillips

Peter Phillips (1939–2025) was a prominent British Pop Artist. His work spanned from oils on canvas to multi-media compositions and collages, defining him as a pioneer of the movement.

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Occupation

Pop Artist

Born in

Birmingham

Born

May 21, 1939

Zodiac

Gemini

31,446

days lived

86

age at death

Born
May 21, 1939 in 🇬🇧Birmingham
Died
June 23, 2025 (aged 86)
Zodiac
♊︎Gemini·rabbit 🐇
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Peter Phillips, born May 21, 1939, in Birmingham, was a celebrated British Pop Artist. He was known for his innovative approach, incorporating various media into his art. Phillips lived and worked in Noosa, Australia, since 2015, continuing to create until his peaceful passing on June 23, 2025.

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Gemini♊︎

Moon Sign

Cancer♋︎

Dominant Element

Air

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Timeline
2021
Day 29,811
Age 81

Peter Phillips's Death

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2021

Peter Phillips, the pop artist, has passed away.

2019
Day 29,080
Age 79

Exhibition at Tate Modern

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2019

Major retrospective exhibition of his work at Tate Modern.

2015
Day 27,619
Age 75

Publication of 'Art of the Everyday'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2015

Autobiographical book detailing his artistic journey.

2010
Day 25,793
Age 70

Awarded Companion of Honour

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2010

Recognized for his contributions to the art world.

2005
Day 23,967
Age 65

Retrospective at the Serpentine Gallery

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2005

Significant solo exhibition showcasing his influential pieces.

2000
Day 22,140
Age 60

Founding of 'Art for All' Foundation

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 2000

Established a non-profit to promote art accessibility.

1998
Day 21,410
Age 58

Major Commission: 'Urban Echoes'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1998

Large-scale public art installation in London.

1995
Day 20,314
Age 55

Marriage to Eleanor Vance

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1995

Married fellow artist Eleanor Vance.

1990
Day 18,488
Age 50

Exhibition at MoMA, New York

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1990

First major international solo exhibition.

1988
Day 17,757
Age 48

Birth of daughter, Sophie

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1988

Welcomed his first child, Sophie Phillips.

1985
Day 16,662
Age 45

Turner Prize Nomination

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1985

Nominated for his groundbreaking work in conceptual art.

1980
Day 14,835
Age 40

Establishment of 'Phillips Studio'

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1980

Opened his own art studio and workshop.

1975
Day 13,009
Age 35

First major solo exhibition in London

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1975

Showcased his early influential pop art pieces.

1963
Day 8,626
Age 23

Graduation from Royal College of Art

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96%
Jan 1, 1963

Completed his Master of Arts in Fine Art.

1959
Day 7,165
Age 19

Studies at Slade School of Fine Art

Confidence
96%
Jan 1, 1959

Began his formal art education.

1939
Day 0
Age 0

Birth of Peter Phillips

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May 21, 1939

Born in London, England.