Fortunino Matania

Fortunino Matania




Naples his place of birth

eighteen eighty one graced the earth.

His father an artist of local acclaim

Fortunino cut out for international fame.




Innate talent an early sign

designing adverts aged just nine.

To Paris and illustration work

invitations gave him a perk.




In nineteen 0 two London bound

Edward the Seventh was to be crowned.

Right up to nineteen fifty three

painted every event of British Royalty.




In the First World War

brought Henry Tandy to the fore.

Taking his part in this famous story

where Tandy gained fame and glory.




Then a wide range of historical events

dramatic, traumatic moments.

Exhibited regularly at The Royal Academy

known by thousands of fame and infamy.




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