Elinor Josephine Robey b. 1885

Also known as Linor Robey
  • Artist (Painter),
  • Artist (Textile Artist / Fashion Designer)
Linor, as she was known, was a women of upright nature, and a passion for history. Born of a Quaker family, she studied both in Hobart and Glasgow before returning to her old school to teach needlework and drawing.

Citations

  • Miley, Caroline (1987), 'Beautiful & Useful: The Arts and Crafts Movement in Tasmania’, Launceston, Tasmania : Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery catalogue.

  • Information sourced from Hewett, Nancy (Mrs).

See also

  • 'Section 7, plate 305'.

Initial data sources

  • Heritage: The National Women's Art Book