John Furnival was a British artist born on November 20, 1933, in London, England. He was known for his experimental work in concrete poetry and visual art, which often combined text and images in innovative and playful ways. Furnival studied at the Slade School of Fine Art and later at the Central School of Art and Design. His works were exhibited in numerous galleries and museums throughout the world, and he received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to art. Furnival died on May 25, 2021, in Marlborough, England, but his pioneering work in concrete poetry and visual art continues to inspire and influence artists today.