Robert W. Chambers

Robert William Chambers (May 26, 1865 – December 16, 1933) was an American artist and writer. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, to William P. Chambers (1827 - 1911), a famous lawyer, and Caroline Chambers (née Boughton), a direct descendant of Roger Williams, the founder of Providence, Rhode Island. Robert's brother was Walter Boughton Chambers, the world famous architect. Robert was first educated at the Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute,and then ... more

Date of birth:

  • May 26, 1865

Date of death:

  • Dec 16, 1933 (age 68 years)

Place of birth:

Also known as:

  • Robert William Chambers,
  • W. Robert Chambers,
  • W. Robert
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