Claude Flight (1881 - 1955)

Biography

Walter Claude Flight (born London 16 February 1881 - died Donhead St Andrew 10 October 1955) also known as Claude Flight or W. Claude Flight was a British artist who pioneered and popularised the linoleum cut technique. He also painted, illustrated and made wood cuts. He was the son of the British Museum mineralogist, Walter Flight FRS (1841-85).