Robert De Vestel

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Robert De Vestel
Born(1925-01-05)January 5, 1925
DiedSeptember 30, 1997(1997-09-30) (aged 72)
Occupation Set decorator
Years active1965-1985

Robert Otis De Vestel (January 5, 1925 - September 30, 1997) was an American set decorator. He was nominated for two Academy Awards in the category Best Art Direction. De Vestel died on September 30, 1997, at the age of 72. [1] [2]

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Selected filmography

De Vestel was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Art Direction:

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