Person Record
Metadata
Name |
Politi, Leo |
Othernames |
born Atiglio Leoni Politi (source: Wikipedia) |
Born |
19098 |
Birthplace |
Fresno, CA |
Places of residence |
Born in California. Family moved to Italy (mother's village Broni near Milan) at age 6. In 1931 and at age 22, Politi moved from Italy to Los Angeles. |
Father |
Lodovico Politi |
Mother |
Marry Cazzola |
Nationality |
Italian-American |
Education |
National Art Institute at Monza (Italy). |
Notes |
Sketched and painted on Olvera Street (Italian Hall is near Olvera Street). Painted the mural for Olvera Street titled "The Blessings of the Animals". Multiculturalism is a common theme throughout Politi's works and books. More information about Leo Politi can be found: www.leopoliti2008centennial.org |
Occupation |
Artist, author and illustrator. |
Publications |
The Poinsettian (in the collection #555-500-451). As well 20 more children books. |
Role |
Artist |
Spouse |
married Helen Fontes in 1933 |
