Edward Gilks b. c.1822

  • Artist (Draughtsman),
  • Artist (Printmaker)
Born in London, Gilks led a tumultuous career shifting between self employment and working for the Crown Lands Department. During this time he exhibited his prints through various Victorian art societies.
Name
Edward Gilks
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Draughtsman)
  • Artist (Printmaker)
Other Occupation
  • draughtsman (ANZSIC code: 692)
Birth date
c.1822
Birth place
London, England, UK
Active Period
  • 1836 - 1885
Arrival
  • 19 January 1853 (arrived at Melbourne in the 'Alipore')
Residence
  • 1853 - 1866 Melbourne, VIC
  • c.1822 - c.1850 London, England, UK
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870